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Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in Cook County, Illinois to hire a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
This full-time, onsite opportunity supports students with social-emotional and behavioral needs in a structured, supportive classroom environment. You'll work directly with students, providing individualized instruction, implementing IEP goals, and collaborating with educators, families, and support staff to help students achieve academic, social, and emotional success.

• Location: Onsite in Cook County, IL

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

• Hours: 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM

• School Year: 2026-2027

• Caseload: High School

• Provide direct instruction in a self-contained or specialized classroom serving students with social-emotional and behavioral needs.

• Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accommodations, and behavior intervention plans.

• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.

• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and support staff to promote student success.

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational documentation.

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.

• Foster a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports student growth and engagement.

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

• Experience working with middle and/or high school students preferred

• Experience supporting students with social-emotional and behavioral needs

• Strong classroom management, behavior support, and de-escalation skills

• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and special education best practices

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and school staff

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.