pStarting Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 /year based on experience /p pEnvironment: Alternative Education Program, Elementary School /p p, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a bSpecial Education Teacher /bto join our award-winning bAlternative Education /bteam and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction! /p pIf you‘re passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs, thrive in a collaborative and dynamic educational environment, and bring creativity, patience, a solution-focused mindset, a sense of humor, and an unwavering commitment to student growth /p pAs a bSpecial Education Teacher /b, you will lead the instructional process for bElementarySchool /bstudents with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing dynamic and personalized learning experiences within the learning center and/or classroom. Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating comprehensive lesson plans and schedules tailored to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational needs of each student, in alignment with state and school standards. /p bResponsibilities Include: /b ul liCreating an inclusive, collaborative environment that actively involves students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process. /li liEstablishing a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations, emphasizing social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions by modeling Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). /li liImplementing and consistently reinforcing school-wide and classroom-specific PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences. /li liTracking and documenting student progress, maintaining accurate student files, and generating comprehensive reports detailing student achievements and activities. /li liDelivering differentiated and targeted instruction individually or collaboratively in a co-teaching environment to effectively meet IEP-specified educational goals. /li liAdapting and modifying curricular content and instructional approaches to accommodate the diverse learning styles and capabilities of students, providing guidance to instructional staff on differentiation methods. /li liUtilizing varied and engaging instructional methods, resources, and educational software to effectively respond to and support diverse student needs and interests. /li liManaging student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), goals, and interventions. /li liPreparing detailed daily lesson plans and organizing instructional materials that align with curriculum standards and individual student objectives. /li liMaintaining an organized, safe,



and welcoming classroom environment, managing supplies, furniture, and resources effectively according to established procedures. /li liStaying informed on current research-based instructional practices, trends, and developments in special education and subject-specific areas to continually enhance teaching effectiveness. /li liResponding openly and constructively to feedback from formal evaluations and informal observations, actively pursuing ongoing professional growth. /li liSupporting the school community by performing additional duties as assigned, contributing positively to the overall success of the educational program. /li /ul bQualifications Required: /b ul liBachelor‘s degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study. /li liLicensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL professional educator (PEL) credential. /li liLicensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL learning behavior specialist (LBS1) credential. /li liAbility to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training. /li liPrior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting. /li liPrior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbance and/or challenging behaviors. /li liPrior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP‘s). /li liProven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for at-risk students with diverse needs. /li liProficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals. /li liAdvanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability. /li liAbility to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions. /li liKnowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment. /li /ul pis a division of , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than b240,000 student lives ! /b /p pLearn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:



/p pAt ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you‘ll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal professional fulfillment! Y your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education! /p bPerks and Benefits Include: /b ul liComprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans /li liFREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions /li liFREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line /li liCompany Paid Life Disability Insurance /li liCompany Paid Employee Assistance Program /li liFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts /liliPersonal Protection Insurance Plans /li liCigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program /li liLegal Services Insurance /li liPet Health Insurance /li liAccrual-based Paid Time Off /li liSchool Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule /li liExtensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy /li li401k Retirement Saving Plan /li liPerks at Work Employee Discount Program /li liOpportunities for Growth Development /li liAnd So Much More! /li /ul pCopyright © 2026 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, Education, a ChanceLight® company *Agevolazioni plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status. /p h3Education /h3 pRequired /p ul liBachelors or better in Education or related field /li /ul h3Licenses Certifications /h3 pRequired /p ul liEd - Elementary /li liIL - Profl Educator - PEL /li liIL - Behavior Spec - LBS1 /li liCrisis Prevention Inst /li /ul h3Skills /h3 pPreferred /p ul liSpecial Education /li liBehavioral Disorders /li liLearning Disabilities /li liCrisis Intervention /li liIndividualized Education Programs (IEP) /li liClassroom Instruction /li liClassroom Management /li liAlternative Education /li liWorking With At-Risk Students /li liPerformance Motivation /li liPositive Behavior Intervention and Support /li liEmotional Disturbance /li liStudent Development /li liStudent Engagement /li liLesson Planning /li liProblem Solving /li liDecision Making /li liCommunication /li liInterpersonal Skills /li liComputer Skills /li liElementary Education /li /ul h3Behaviors /h3 pPreferred /p ul liDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well /li liDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity /li /ul h3Motivations /h3 pPreferred /p ul liAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization /li /ul pEqual Opportunity Employerbr/This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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