Special Education Teacher

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Special Education / Diverse Learner Teacher to support students in grades 5–8 through a blend of push-in and pull-out services. You will manage an average caseload of approximately 20 students and provide targeted, skill-based instruction that helps students build confidence and make measurable growth. Most common student needs include Specific Learning Disability (SLD) and Developmental Delay (DD), with a strong focus on foundational academic skills in literacy and math. What You’ll Do - Provide specialized instruction in small groups and targeted pull-out settings - Deliver push-in support within general education classrooms to increase access and success - Plan and implement interventions for reading fluency, reading comprehension, and foundational math - Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and related service providers - Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and accommodations - Track student progress using data and adjust instruction accordingly - Communicate regularly with families and school teams to support student outcomes - Maintain timely and compliant documentation Required Qualifications - Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate Special Education endorsement (or ability to obtain) - Experience supporting students with learning needs (SLD/DD experience is a plus) - Strong classroom collaboration skills and comfort working in both push-in and pull-out models - Ability to plan targeted instruction and use data to drive interventions Preferred Qualifications - Middle school experience (5–8) - Strong intervention background in literacy and math - Familiarity with progress monitoring tools and differentiated instruction Why This Role - Consistent schedule and full-time hours - Student-centered work focused on foundational skill growth - Collaborative school environment supporting diverse learners How to Apply Apply here on Indeed/ZipRecruiter with your resume. If selected, we will follow up to confirm licensure and schedule an interview.