Teacher - Special education

❤️ make an impact every day

Special Education Teacher - Meridian School

📍 Abraxas Youth and Family Services - Woodridge Interventions

2221 64th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517

🕒 Full-Time

💲 Starting at $57,800 annually, Final rate will be based on years of experience and academic credentials

💵 DailyPay Available

Looking for more than just a job?

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About abraxas youth and family services

For more than 30 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why join our team?

• 💰 competitive pay & benefits
• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

• 🎓 career growth & development
• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

• ❤️ meaningful work that matters
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What you’ll do

As a Special Education Teacher, you will

• Develop goals and objectives for multi-graded classes and variety of handicap conditions. Implement Individual Education Programs(IEP) for all students.
• Provide direct instruction and services to students.
• Monitor student progress as it relates to established IEP’s.
• Work as a member of a trans-disciplinary team for planning and implementing data based instructional programs. Develop transition plans to move students to targeted integrated or community-based activities, and/or transition to adult lifestyles.
• Provide a thorough assessment and diagnostic process for an individualized instructional program.
• Provide information and support to parents and families when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate reports, records and files on individual students.
• Assist in identifying, developing and implementing appropriate use of resources for instructional application.
• Insure a safe and healthful environment for all students in programs adhering to all applicable laws, codes and district policies.
• Supports the Cornell Abraxas’ philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Who we’re looking for

You may be a great fit if you are: ✔ Compassionate

✔ Dependable

✔ Patient

✔ Team-Oriented

✔ Service-Focused

✔ Professional

✔ Positive

✔ Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Required

• Illinois Certification LBS I.

Other Qualifications

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
• Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

• Schedule
• Full-Time

• Physical requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

🌟 apply today

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About our organization

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is part of the Imperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal opportunity employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.