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Special Education Teacher – Wheeling, IL

Start Date: ASAP | Through End of School Year

Join a supportive school community in Wheeling, IL, where your expertise can make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality instructional services to students in a resource classroom setting at the elementary level. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with a committed team and contribute to individualized student success.

About the Role In this position, you will work under the guidance of the Special Education Program Administrator to deliver specialized instruction, support student learning, and collaborate with general education staff. You will play an essential role in planning, implementing, and monitoring student programs for learners with diverse needs.

Responsibilities Include:

+ Providing specialized instruction to students in kindergarten through grade 12 (elementary caseload for this assignment)

+ Supporting students through individualized and small-group instruction

+ Collaborating with general education teachers and support staff

+ Participating in IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring

+ Offering consultation and academic support as needed

+ Maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and district requirements

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred

+ Valid Illinois teaching certificate as required by state and district regulations

+ Illinois Professional Educator License with the LBS1 endorsement required

+ At least one year of teaching experience preferred

+ Compliance with professional standards of practice

+ Current CPR certification, if applicable

+ TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray, if applicable

+ Current health certificate per state or contract requirements

+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Position Details:

+ Grade Level: Elementary

+ Caseload: Resource classroom

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.

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