Special Education Teacher → 26/27 SY
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & EducationChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted April 3, 2026
60000 - 60000 USD
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is a national leader in alternative and special education, serving more than 240,000 students across 235 school districts through its four brands—Ombudsman Educational Services, Spectrum Center Schools, Atlantis Academy, and ACE Learning Center. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of services, including K‑12 and adult education, intensive academic intervention, applied behavior analysis, functional behavior assessment, therapeutic day schools, and virtual learning, with a strong focus on students with emotional/behavioral and autism spectrum disorders. ChanceLight’s distinctive approach blends individualized instruction in small, collaborative classrooms with robust professional development, giving educators autonomy to design innovative lesson plans while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. By partnering with schools nationwide, the company empowers students to achieve independent futures and provides educators with clear career pathways and a supportive, mission‑driven culture.
Ombudsman Educational Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year to work in an Alternative Education Program at High School. The teacher will lead the instructional process for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing dynamic and personalized learning experiences. The role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, and creating comprehensive lesson plans and schedules tailored to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational needs of each student.
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is a national leader in alternative and special education, serving more than 240,000 students across 235 school districts through its four brands—Ombudsman Educational Services, Spectrum Center Schools, Atlantis Academy, and ACE Learning Center. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of services, including K‑12 and adult education, intensive academic intervention, applied behavior analysis, functional behavior assessment, therapeutic day schools, and virtual learning, with a strong focus on students with emotional/behavioral and autism spectrum disorders. ChanceLight’s distinctive approach blends individualized instruction in small, collaborative classrooms with robust professional development, giving educators autonomy to design innovative lesson plans while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. By partnering with schools nationwide, the company empowers students to achieve independent futures and provides educators with clear career pathways and a supportive, mission‑driven culture.