Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher – Life Skills Classroom (K–1st Grade)

Location: Prospect Heights, IL
Pay Rate: $50–$55/hr
Hours per Week: 32.5
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: Through June 6, 2026
Daily Schedule: 7:55 AM–2:55 PM (some Mondays until 3:55 PM)
Lunch Break: 30-minute duty-free lunch (unpaid)
Modality: In-Person Only

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to lead a self-contained Life Skills classroom for Kindergarten and 1st grade students in Prospect Heights, IL. This role is ideal for educators who thrive in a collaborative, student-centered environment and are committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized and small group instruction aligned with student IEP goals
• Lead classroom activities tailored to developmental and academic needs
• Manage student schedules for inclusion in general education classrooms
• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans
• Collaborate with related service providers to support accommodations and modifications
• Supervise and guide Educational Support Professionals in daily classroom operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
• Valid Illinois teaching certificate with PEL and LBS1 endorsement (K–22 age range required)
• Minimum one year of teaching experience (preferred)
• Certifications preferred:
  • Standard Elementary Teaching
  • Standard Secondary Teaching
  • Standard Special Teaching
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Current CPR certification (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Contact Information

Cliffton Meadows
National Recruitment Manager – Amergis
Phone: 813-371-5189
Email: ClMeadow@Amergis.com

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 

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.