School Services - Special Education Teacher - $45-60 per hour

AHS Staffing is seeking a School Services Special Education Teacher for a local contract job in Beardstown, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Special Education Teacher
• Discipline: School Services
• Duration: 39 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff:  Special Education Teacher for a new school near Beardstown, IL

PediaStaff is a trusted leader in pediatric therapy and educational staffing solutions, connecting passionate professionals with rewarding school-based and clinic opportunities since 2004. We're currently seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher ($42-60/hour - based on experience) to support special needs students near the Beardstown, IL area. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or higher
• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Endorsements in Special Education (Learning Behavior Specialist I)

Job Details:   

• Dates: ASAP- approximately May 28, 2026 
• Hours are 6:45am - 3:15pm, M-F with a 30-minute duty free lunch (40 hour work week)
• Setting:  Special Education; One building

Role Overview:
As a Special Education Teacher, you will support students with diverse learning needs by creating inclusive and personalized educational plans that help them thrive both academically and emotionally. This role offers the opportunity to work with young learners in a supportive school environment while making a lasting impact on their development.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Accommodate, modify and adapt lessons and curriculum as needed to meet individual student needs and IEP Goals
• Support in the facilitation of IEP meetings as well as development of the IEP
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of their students
• Set and communicate clear expectations for classroom behavior and school environment by applying positive reinforcement and/or behavior modification techniques as needed. Assist in the development and implementation of student behavior intervention plans

Benefits:   

• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage     
• Seamless Summer Benefits: Maintain coverage if returning the following school year     
• 401(k) with Matching: Retirement savings program with 4% matching vested immediately 
• Weekly Pay: Direct deposit for convenience  
• Clinical Support: Ongoing professional guidance and mentorship   

 
Ready to Make a Difference?   
If you're passionate about supporting young students and meet the qualifications, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join our PediaStaff team near Bourbonnais, IL and make a meaningful impact!

Equal Opportunity Employer:   
AHSG companies, AHS Staffing (including its division, PediaStaff), AHSA, and Trio Workforce Solutions, are equal employment opportunity employers.

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