Special Education Teacher (LBS1) – Severe Autism Program

Special Education Teacher (LBS1) – Severe Autism Program
Location: Gages Lake, IL
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: End of 2025–2026 School Year
Duration: 39 weeks
Schedule: 35 hours/week
Pay Rate: $58–$62/hr
Grade Levels: Kindergarten through Grade 12
Caseload: 6 students per classroom (1:1 support model with paraprofessionals)

We are hiring multiple Special Education Teachers to support a Severe Autism Program in Gages Lake, IL. This is a highly structured, well-supported classroom environment with a 1:1 staffing model—each student receives individualized attention from a dedicated team of educators and paraprofessionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction to students with severe autism
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, general education staff, and administrators
• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs
• Offer tutorial assistance and consultation services
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
• Valid Illinois teaching certificate (required)
• LBS1 endorsement (preferred)
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience (preferred)
• Certifications in Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Teaching (preferred)
• Current CPR certification (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)
• Current health certificate (as required by contract or state)
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Why Join Us?

• Small caseloads with strong paraprofessional support
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Opportunity to work in a specialized program with meaningful outcomes

To Apply or Learn More:
Cliffton Meadows
National Recruitment Manager – Amergis
?? 813-371-5189
?? ClMeadow@Amergis.com