Special Education Teacher $3,000 Sign On Bonus
Easter Seals Metropolitan ChicagoChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted October 15, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding opportunities for early learners and individuals of all abilities through education, disability support, and community services. The organization operates therapeutic schools and offers family advocacy, special education, and early learning programs across the Chicagoland and Greater Rockford regions.
Job Description
Easterseals Academy is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide therapeutic services to children with disabilities. This role involves classroom leadership, curriculum implementation, IEP goal development, assessment, and collaboration with the school community. The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field (EI or LBS1 for state license)
- Illinois State Type 10 teaching certificate or certificate in area of regular education with a Special Education endorsement
- Completion of required clinical hours for teaching degree/certificate
- Experience working with special needs populations
- Ability to perform all functions necessary to obtain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CPR
- Ability to multi-task in a high-stress environment
- ADA compliance
- CPR Certification (10/27)
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth
- Education Reimbursement