Certified Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher – Self-Contained Social-Emotional Learning Program

Location: Illinois | Full-Time | 37.5 Hours/Week | 2025–2026 School Year

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join an elementary self-contained program focused on social-emotional learning (SEL) and behavioral support. This full-time, school-year position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students build essential emotional regulation and coping skills in a structured, supportive environment.

In this role, you will work closely with a small group of students who have individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and benefit from direct instruction in emotional and behavioral regulation. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including paraprofessionals, school counselors, and related service providers—to create a classroom culture that emphasizes consistency, respect, and growth.

Position Overview:

• Foster strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to ensure collaborative support.
  
• Implement and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to promote positive behavioral outcomes.
  
• Create a safe, engaging learning environment that encourages self-awareness and emotional resilience.
  
• Develop and execute Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with each student’s needs and goals.
  
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction that supports academic and social-emotional development.
  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
  
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.
  
• Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs is preferred.
  
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an LBS1 or Special Education endorsement.
  

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