Special Education Teacher

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher role is onsite at Safe Harbor School in Manteno, IL, and pays $58,000–$70,000 annually based on credentials and teaching experience. Nexus Family Healing is a nonprofit mental health organization; Safe Harbor School serves grades 6–12 youth receiving treatment at Nexus-Indian Oak. The teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities, adapting curriculum to individual needs and IEP goals. Through collaboration with general education teachers, families, service providers, and school staff, the role supports academic growth, student engagement, and readiness for college and careers.

What you'll do

• Deliver direct instruction and support in inclusive and self-contained settings
• collaborate with general education teachers on co-teaching and IEP implementation
• conduct academic evaluations and manage IEP development, meetings, and compliance
• analyze student performance data
• adapt curriculum to learning needs and IEP goals
• maintain a structured classroom, student records, and progress reports
• guide support staff
• collaborate with families and service providers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

manteno il

nexus family healing

safe harbor school

grades 6–12

individualized education program

iep

student disabilities

monday–friday

7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

$58,000–$70,000/year

illinois pel

lbs1 endorsement

year-round academic calendar

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance options, no-cost life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) match, family therapy and health benefits, fertility benefit, tuition assistance, training, and advancement pathways.

Why this role

Safe Harbor School serves grades 6–12 and provides a special education curriculum. Required: bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, valid Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 endorsement, and eligibility to teach students with disabilities across K–12 settings.

About the employer

Nexus Family Healing is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.