The Baby Fold·Normal, Illinois
The Special Education Teacher acts as the lead classroom teacher, responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the assigned classroom program, which focuses on junior high students with behavioral disabilities. This role also involves providing classroom leadership and cooperating with assigned classroom staff.
Description The Baby Fold has been successfully wrapping services around children and families since 1902, offering life-critical support such as foster care, special education, early childhood programming, and post-adoption support. The Baby Fold is a unique resource with a strong and enduring heritage. We care for our youngest citizens so they can be blessed with loving homes, stable lives, and the futures they deserve.
$3,000 sign on bonus for external candidates! We are hiring for both the Oglesby and Willow locations! Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Life & Long-Term Disability Short Term Disability Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Plan Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick time, and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Headspace Care - coaching, therapy, & psychiatry Paytient - line of credit for medical, mental health, & veterinary services Candidly - student loan navigation support Mentorship, advancement, and professional development opportunities SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher is the lead classroom teacher, responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the assigned classroom program (traditional junior high, behavioral disability focus). Additionally, the Special Education Teacher provides classroom leadership and works in cooperation with assigned classroom staff. PAY: $50,000 - $70,000/year, salary/exempt, , paid over school breaks, higher pay for highly qualified candidates. SIGN-ON BONUS: $3,000 for external candidates! WORK HOURS: Full-time, generally 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, following the school calendar. Responsible for at least 3 weeks of summer school, ESY (extended school year). LOCATION: 2 Locations - Hammitt Schools: 612 Oglesby Ave., Normal, IL or 108 E. Willow St. Normal, IL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Educational Instruction: Plans, coordinates, evaluates, and implements a comprehensive curriculum which meets the individualized behavioral, academic and social needs of each student enrolled in the classroom and which is directly related to each child’s Individualized Educational Plan. Assesses student performance levels (behavioral and academic) and recommends appropriate goals and objectives in the IEP staffing process. Progress Reporting: Collects, prepares and presents behavioral and academic data on each child in the classroom. Maintains behavioral data and applies statistical analysis as required by program standards to measure student progress. Lesson Plans: Develops and implements lesson plans that reflect best practice in specialized educational instruction. Statement of Inclusion: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of special education and/or secondary education, specializing in teaching children with one or more of the following: behavior disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum, speech and language deficits and/or developmental disabilities. Special Education Teacher License (LBS-1 licensure with the State of Illinois in Special Education) in one or more of the above-mentioned disabilities.
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.