Job Title:Special Education Teacher
Pay Range:$55-60/hour
Job Description:Ampersand Therapy is hiring a dedicated
Special Education Teacher for a full-time position for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year in Gurnee, IL.
Position DetailsSchedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday
Start Date: August 2026
Location: Woodland School District
Role Type: Special Education Teacher, Self-Contained Classroom
Role Details: Elementary School K-2nd grade
Service Area: Instructional support, IEP collaboration, progress monitoring
Your Key Responsibilities- Provide academic support to students with IEPs in a resource setting
- Develop and implement instructional strategies tailored to individual learning goals
- Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with school teams
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation of student progress
- Participate in staff meetings and school-wide initiatives
What We're Looking For- Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement
- Fingerprinting and background check required before start
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Passion for inclusive education and student-centered practices
- New graduates welcome-mentorship and training provided!
Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher)- Paid sick leave
- Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision
- 401(k) with employer match
- Reimbursement for licensing, CEUs, and other professional costs
- Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate
- W-2 employment
- General and professional liability insurance
- Referral bonuses
- No non-compete clauses
- Paid volunteer time and donation matching for charities
