Special Education Teacher (Grades 6-12)

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher is an onsite role based in Rockford, IL, offering a salary range of $60,000 - $75,000 per year. This position supports the educational mission of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education by providing specialized instruction to students in grades 6-12. The role exists to lead the instructional process for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) by designing personalized learning experiences. The teacher contributes to student growth by delivering targeted instruction, managing caseloads, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment that emphasizes social and personal development.

What you'll do

• Lead instructional process for students in grades 6-12 with IEPs
• design personalized learning experiences
• deliver targeted instruction
• utilize curriculum resources and educational software
• create lesson plans
• manage student caseloads
• implement PBIS strategies
• track and document student progress
• maintain student files
• collaborate with parents, colleagues, and administrators.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

rockford il

special education

grades 6-12

iep

pbis

teacher

education

$60k-$75k/yr

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday Schedule.

Why this role

Focus on grades 6-12 in a specialized behavioral health and education environment.

About the employer

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.