Special Education Teacher | $65/hr | Crestwood, IL | Full-Time | Grades 1-12 | 1-Year Contract

Special Education Teacher | $65/hr | Crestwood, IL | Full-Time | Grades 1-12 | 1-Year Contract

Amergis Educational Staffing is hiring three full-time Special Education Teachers for a highly supportive program in the Crestwood, IL area. These roles begin with New Hire Training on either December 2-11, 2025 or January 12-23, 2026, and run through the full 2025-2026 school year.

Position Details

• Location: Crestwood, IL

• Start Date: December 2, 2025 or January 12, 2026

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm

• Hours: 37.5 paid hours/week (includes 30-min paid break)

• Pay Rate: $65/hr

• Modality: In-person only

• Contract Length: 1 year

Program Assignments

• Transition Program (ages 18-22):

• 7 students per class

• Focus on life skills and functional independence

• SPED teacher + dedicated TA + 1:1 paras

• High School Autism Program:

• 4 students currently, max 6

• SPED teacher + TA + 3-4 paras

• Cross-Categorical High School Program:

• Self-contained classroom

• Mix of physical disabilities and behavioral needs

All classrooms are part of a specialized program with strong interdisciplinary support from SLPs, BCBAs, PTs, OTs, RNs, RBTs, and social workers.

Requirements

• Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement

• Experience supporting students with behavioral needs

• Completion of TB test, fingerprinting, and Faith's Law compliance

• Minimum age: 18

To apply or learn more, contact:Cyrus Vess National Recruitment ManagerAmergis Educational [email protected]

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.