Illinois Special Education Teacher | Autism Support

Job overview

The Illinois Special Education Teacher role is onsite in West Chicago, IL, in a school-based setting. Pay is $31–$50 per hour. The teacher supports a self-contained classroom of approximately 10 students, primarily with autism and varying support needs. The teacher delivers individualized instruction aligned with students’ IEPs and fosters a structured, supportive learning environment. Monitoring progress, implementing positive behavior strategies, and participating in IEP planning help students work toward their educational goals.

What you'll do

• Lead a self-contained classroom of approximately 10 students
• provide individualized instruction aligned with IEPs
• support students with autism, including those with significant support needs
• implement positive behavior management strategies
• monitor student progress and maintain documentation
• participate in IEP meetings and goal development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

autism support

west chicago il

clarifi staffing solutions

self-contained classroom

individualized instruction

ieps

student progress

positive behavior strategies

8:30 am–3:40 pm

$31–$50/hr

illinois pel

special education endorsement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The school-day schedule is 8:30 AM–3:40 PM. Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or a related field and an active Illinois Professional Educator License with the appropriate Special Education endorsement. Experience with autism and complex needs is preferred.

About the employer

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.