Special Education Teacher (LBS1 – 6th Grade Resource Classroom)
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: Through End of School Year 2026
Hours/Week: 32.5
Pay Rate: $58/hr
Modality: In-Person Only
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality services to students in a 6th grade resource classroom. This role supports a caseload of 9 students and collaborates closely with general education staff to implement individualized programs, including specialized instruction and consultation.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialized instruction to students with diverse learning needs
- Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff
- Develop and implement IEPs in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Maintain accurate records and progress reports
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
- Valid state teaching certificate (required)
- Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)
- Certification Types (preferred):
- Standard Elementary Teaching
- Standard Secondary Teaching
- Standard Special Teaching
- Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) (preferred)
- Compliance with all professional standards and state/federal requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Current CPR certification (if applicable)
- TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)
- Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
Classroom Details:
- Grade Level: 6th Grade
- Caseload: 9 students
- Support Staff: No paraprofessionals assigned
To apply or learn more, contact:
Cliffton Meadows
National Recruitment Manager – Amergis
Phone: 813-371-5189
Email: ClMeadow@Amergis.com
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.