Ready to redefine potential? Seize this dynamic opportunity to join Cross Country Education as a Special Education Teacher in Chicago, IL for the '25-'26 school year. Bring your LBS1 expertise to a high-impact role, driving academic and social-emotional growth for K-8 students!
 
Position Overview: 

• Deliver and differentiate specialized instruction to high-risk students (Grades K-8), customizing lessons and materials to address diverse learning styles and maximize academic progress.
• Develop, implement, and monitor legally compliant and data-driven Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure students meet appropriate educational goals and receive necessary support services.
• Actively engage high-truancy students and their families to reduce barriers to attendance and foster re-engagement with education, demonstrating sensitivity to underlying challenges such as poverty and family insecurity.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid IllinoisProfessional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement (Required)
• Prior experience teaching in a Special Education or comparable high-needs setting (Preferred)

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education? 

• Top Compensation: Earn up to $37.20 - $49.50 Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives. 
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals. 
• Work-Life Balance: Special Education Teachers enjoy a guaranteed 40 hour work week and paid sick leave.

Is It Time for a New Start? Company Website: www.crosscountry.com/education 

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2