Special Education Teacher
SchoolHouse Staffing
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$40 - $50 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide specialized instruction to students in grades 5-8, focusing on literacy and math skills. Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to implement interventions and monitor student progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Illinois Professional Educator License with a Special Education endorsement and experience supporting students with learning needs. Strong collaboration skills and the ability to plan targeted instruction are essential.
Job description
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Special Education / Diverse Learner Teacher to support students in grades 5–8 through a blend of push-in and pull-out services. You will manage an average caseload of approximately 20 students and provide targeted, skill-based instruction that helps students build confidence and make measurable growth. Most common student needs include Specific Learning Disability (SLD) and Developmental Delay (DD), with a strong focus on foundational academic skills in literacy and math. What You’ll Do Provide specialized instruction in small groups and targeted pull-out settings Deliver push-in support within general education classrooms to increase access and success Plan and implement interventions for reading fluency, reading comprehension, and foundational math Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and related service providers Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and accommodations Track student progress using data and adjust instruction accordingly Communicate regularly with families and school teams to support student outcomes Maintain timely and compliant documentation Required Qualifications Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate Special Education endorsement (or ability to obtain) Experience supporting students with learning needs (SLD/DD experience is a plus) Strong classroom collaboration skills and comfort working in both push-in and pull-out models Ability to plan targeted instruction and use data to drive interventions
Preferred Qualifications
Middle school experience (5–8) Strong intervention background in literacy and math Familiarity with progress monitoring tools and differentiated instruction Why This Role Consistent schedule and full-time hours Student-centered work focused on foundational skill growth Collaborative school environment supporting diverse learners
How To Apply
Apply here on Indeed/ZipRecruiter with your resume. If selected, we will follow up to confirm licensure and schedule an interview.
