Self Contained – Special Education Teacher
Self Contained – Special Education Teacher
Special Education Teacher – Self-Contained Elementary Classroom
Spotter Staffing is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher for a self-contained 3rd and 4th grade classroom during the 2026–2027 school year. This classroom serves approximately 10 students who primarily demonstrate lower academic functioning and higher life skill needs within a supportive, structured learning environment.
Many of the students require consistent repetition, modified curriculum, functional academic support, and hands-on instruction throughout the school day. While academic levels are significantly below grade level, behavioral concerns within the classroom are minimal, allowing the teacher to focus heavily on instruction, relationship-building, communication, and student growth.
This position is supported by a highly experienced special education team that includes two strong special education teachers within the building, an on-site school psychologist, and a principal who previously worked both as a classroom teacher and district administrator. The building values collaboration, support, and practical problem-solving.
Position Details
- Full-time position for the 2026–2027 school year
- Start date: August 2026
- Potential opportunity to continue beyond one school year
- School hours: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM
- 30-minute unpaid lunch
- Wednesdays begin 45 minutes earlier for staff collaboration and planning
- Pay up to $58/hour based on experience
Student & Classroom Profile
- Approximately 10 students
- 3rd and 4th grade classroom
- Self-contained special education setting
- Students function significantly below grade-level academically
- Focus areas include:
- Functional academics
- Communication development
- Daily living and adaptive skills
- Foundational reading and math support
- Social-emotional growth
- Minimal severe behaviors
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized and small-group instruction aligned to IEP goals
- Modify curriculum and classroom expectations based on student ability levels
- Create structured routines and predictable classroom systems
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, administration, and families
- Track progress, complete documentation, and participate in IEP meetings
- Support student independence and confidence through consistent instruction and relationship-building
Qualifications
- Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement
- Experience in self-contained or instructional special education settings preferred
- Ability to differentiate instruction for students with varying cognitive and academic needs
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits & Support
Spotter Staffing offers a benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being throughout the school year.
Benefits include:
- Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions
- Paid leave available immediately upon eligibility
- Professional allowance that can be used toward:
- Continuing education
- Professional development
- Certifications
- Classroom materials/resources
- Conferences
- Other profession-related expenses
- Simple and user-friendly timekeeping through Paylocity
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Access to a financial advisor for retirement and financial planning support
- Ongoing support from a responsive and experienced team
- Additional benefit offerings and resources available throughout employment