Local Contract School Services - Special Education Teacher
Chicago, IL
Cross Country Education
5x8 hrs
$47-61/hourOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration42 weeks
Pay
Description
Ready to make an impact where it matters most? Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher committed to creating engaging learning experiences that help every learner succeed throughout the school year in Chicago, IL.
Position Overview:
- Provide specialized instruction and academic interventions to students with diverse learning needs through both inclusive classroom support and small-group instruction.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support student growth and achievement in core academic areas.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate accommodations, modifications, and student supports.
- Track student progress, maintain required documentation, and use assessment data to inform instructional planning and intervention strategies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred)
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement
- Experience supporting K-8 students with learning and developmental disabilities (Preferred)
Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education?
- Top Compensation: Earn $47.10 - $60.60 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, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
- Work-Life Balance: Security of a guaranteed 40-hour workweek and the peace of mind that comes with 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
Employer
Cross Country Education
Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.
We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.
About Chicago, IL
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- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
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