Special Education Teacher

Job overview

Special Education Teacher in Waterman, IL. This is a full-time, onsite position with a salary of $60,000 - $80,000 per year. Ombudsman Educational Services is dedicated to providing hope through specialized education. This role leads the instructional process for elementary school students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing personalized learning experiences and delivering targeted instruction to meet diverse needs.

What you'll do

• Create an inclusive, collaborative environment.
• Establish a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations.
• Implement and consistently reinforce PBIS strategies.
• Track and document student progress, maintain accurate student files, and generate reports.
• Deliver differentiated and targeted instruction individually or collaboratively.
• Adapt and modify curricular content and instructional approaches.
• Utilize varied and engaging instructional methods, resources, and educational software.
• Manage student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating, and implementing IEPs.
• Prepare detailed daily lesson plans and organize instructional materials.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Stay informed on current research-based instructional practices.
• Respond openly and constructively to feedback.
• Support the school community by performing additional duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study.

Experience

Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting. Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbance and/or challenging behaviors. Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's). Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for at-risk students with diverse needs.

Skills & competencies

full-time

onsite

waterman il

ombudsman educational services

special education teacher

alternative education

elementary school

iep

bachelors degree

licensed

pel

lbs1

$60k-$80k/year

About the employer

Ombudsman Educational Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.