Special Education Teacher

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher role is an onsite position in Joliet, IL. Compensation is $59,000–$70,000 per year. The role supports Menta’s Thompson Instructional Center, whose stated focus is readiness for college, career, and citizenship through tailored educational strategies. The teacher provides instruction in a small, self-contained classroom, differentiates learning, and creates a social-emotional environment for K–8 students. The role includes teaching all subjects and collaborating with curriculum, clinical, administrative, and support staff to support student learning and development.

What you'll do

• Teach all subjects in a classroom setting
• provide a differentiated learning environment
• collaborate with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff
• personalize learning
• provide a social-emotional learning environment
• teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
• work with youth with emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

k–8 education

self-contained classroom

social-emotional learning

differentiated instruction

student support

paraprofessional support

joliet il

the menta education group

$59,000–$70,000/year

illinois pel

lbs1 certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• negotiable sign-on bonus for certified special education teachers.

Why this role

Self-contained classroom of around 10 students with paraprofessional support; K–8 students; social-emotional learning environment with engaged, inquiry-based academics and a P.B.I.S. structure.

About the employer

The Menta Education Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.