School Services - School Special Education Teacher
Springfield, IL
AHS Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Special Education Teacher (LBS1) – 2 Openings - bring a friend!

Springfield, IL | $50–$57/Hour | 2026–2027 School Year

Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff! We're seeking 2 dedicated Special Education Teachers (LBS1) to support students ages 5–22 in a specialized therapeutic and behavioral school setting in Springfield, IL. These positions are ideal for educators experienced in working with students with moderate to severe disabilities and significant behavioral needs.

Job Details

• Location: Springfield, IL
• Dates: November 30, 2026 – June 10, 2027
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:00 PM
• Hours: 37.5 hours/week, 7.5 hours/day
• Pay: $50–$57 per hour
• Setting: In-person, self-contained therapeutic and behavioral classrooms
• Student Ages: 5–22

Available Classroom Assignments

1. Behavioral Classroom

• Support students with significant social-emotional, behavioral, and educational needs.
• Focus on emotional regulation, crisis de-escalation, positive behavior interventions, and academic development.
• Implement trauma-informed practices and individualized behavioral support strategies.

2. Skills for Life Classroom

• Support students with moderate to severe disabilities in a structured, self-contained setting.
• Focus on functional academics, communication, daily living skills, independence, and transition readiness.
• Provide individualized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement required.
• Experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in self-contained, life skills, behavioral, or therapeutic classroom settings strongly preferred.
• Strong classroom management, crisis de-escalation, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized instruction and IEP goals.
• Support students' academic, behavioral, functional, and social-emotional development.
• Implement positive behavior supports and effective classroom management strategies.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain student progress documentation and participate in IEP meetings.

Why Join PediaStaff?

PediaStaff has been connecting talented education professionals with rewarding school-based opportunities since 2004. As a W-2 employee of PediaStaff, you'll enjoy competitive weekly pay, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) options, and dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout your assignment.

If you're a passionate LBS1 educator who thrives in a structured behavioral setting and enjoys supporting students with higher needs, we'd love to hear from you!