Special Education Teacher (Resource) - Berwyn, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher (4th - 6th grade)

Location: Berwyn, IL area

Term: 2026/2027 Full School Year

Status: Full-Time Contract (35 Hours/Week)

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Special Education Teacher for a full-year contract assignment.

As a contract professional in this program, you will work in a supportive, resource-rich environment designed to help young learners with a variety of needs develop foundational skills in a specialized classroom setting.

Key Position Details

Employment Type: W2 Contract

Schedule: Monday – Friday 7-8 hours per day

Caseload: Upper elementary students in a Resource Setting

Compensation : Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Requirements

To be considered for this contract position, candidates MUST possess:

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) endorsement or Special Education endorsement
• Previous experience or a strong clinical interest in working with middle school special needs students
• New grads who have completed student teaching are welcome to apply

Candidates who are not fully licensed or who will not be licensed before the beginning of the 26-27 school year will NOT be considered.

Professional Environment

This contract role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative cooperative of educators and clinicians. You will have access to the specialized tools and team support necessary to make a profound impact on the early developmental stages of students with unique learning needs.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume to View email address on us.fitly.work for immediate consideration.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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