Special Education Teacher - MS - LBS1 Calumet City, IL $55/hr

Special Education Teacher Middle School (LBS1, Case Management Required)

Location: Calumet City, IL Pay Rate: $55/hour Hours per Week: 32.5 Contract Duration: 20252026 School Year Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 3:00 PM

Position Overview

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, provides high-quality instructional services to students with special needs in grades K12, with a primary focus on middle school. This role emphasizes collaboration with general education staff to plan and implement individualized education programs (IEPs), deliver specialized instruction, and support student success in both resource and case management settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Provide direct instruction in resource settings and support students in general education classrooms as needed.
• Manage a caseload of students, ensuring timely completion of IEP meetings, progress reports, and documentation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to support student learning and inclusion.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with all district, state, and federal requirements.

Schedule Details

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday:
  • 8:20 AM 12:10 PM: Case Management
  • 12:15 PM 2:40 PM: Resource Teaching
• Wednesday & Friday: Case Management Duties

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university (preferred).
• Valid Illinois teaching certificate as required by state and district regulations.
• State Teacher Certification in one or more of the following (preferred):
  • Standard Elementary Teaching
  • Standard Secondary Teaching
  • Standard Special Teaching
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience (preferred).
• Compliance with all professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR certification (if applicable).
• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable).
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Interested Candidates Contact:

Cliffton Meadows National Recruitment Manager Amergis ?? 813-371-5189 ?? ClMeadow@Amergis.com

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

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

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

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.