ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their team for the 2026-2027 School Year. The role involves leading the instructional process for students in Grades 6-8 with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing dynamic and personalized learning experiences, and creating comprehensive lesson plans and schedules.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education, or a closely related field of study
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL state professional educator (PEL) credential
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL state learning behavior specialist (LBS1) credential
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training
- Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance; particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities
- Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making ability
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
