Special Education Teacher | $50/hr | Full-Time | Chicago, IL | Middle School | Inclusion Classroom | 20252026 School Year

Special Education Teacher

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher with an LBS1 endorsement to support middle school students in an inclusive classroom setting in Chicago, Illinois. This in-person position begins October 14, 2025, and runs through the end of the 20252026 school year.

Position Overview:

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Start Date: October 14, 2025

• End Date: End of school year (June 2026)

• Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 3:30 PM

• Work Hours: 32 hours/week

• Pay Rate: $50/hr

• Modality: In-person

• Grade Levels: 6th8th (Middle School)

• Caseload: 10 students

• Classroom Type: Inclusion with shared paraprofessional support

• Interview Format: Virtual

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with special needs

• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to implement IEPs

• Participate in team planning and student program development

• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with district and state guidelines

• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (preferred)

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement

• State certification in elementary, secondary, or special education (preferred)

• Minimum of one year of teaching experience (preferred)

• CPR certification, TB clearance, and health certificate as applicable

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Contact: Cyrus Vess Recruiter | Amergis Educational Staffing Email: davess@amergis.com Phone: 813-371-5185

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.