Elementary Special Education Instructor

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Merlin Day Academy Full time

Special Education Teacher

We are looking for a dedicated Special Education Teacher to contribute to our esteemed educational environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with neurodiverse learners and will focus on developing tailored educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities of the Special Education Teacher:

  • Design and implement individualized instructional strategies.
  • Assist students in achieving Illinois State Learning Standards.
  • Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and caregivers, to enhance student learning.

Qualifications for the Special Education Teacher:

  • Bachelor's Degree is required; a Master's Degree in Education is preferred.
  • Learning Behavior Specialist 1 endorsement (LBS1) is mandatory.
  • Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) is desirable.
  • Experience with neurodiverse students is essential.

Benefits for our Special Education Teacher:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Reimbursement for continuing education.
  • Paid Federal Holidays, Floating Holidays, and Professional Development Days.
  • New Parent ramp-up program (20-hour schedule at full salary for the first six weeks).
  • 401k plan with significant company match.
  • Comprehensive medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO.
  • Dental and Vision coverage.
  • $25,000 Life Insurance policy.
  • No travel requirements and convenient onsite parking.

Our Culture:

We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative atmosphere that our Special Education Teacher team enjoys. Our onboarding process is thorough, ensuring that you are well-prepared for your role. We offer:

  • Personalized mentorship tailored to your professional aspirations.
  • Regular departmental and staff meetings.
  • Celebrations for birthdays and anniversaries.
  • Company-branded apparel.
  • Holiday festivities and more.

About Merlin Day Academy:

Merlin Day Academy is a private, therapeutic day school dedicated to providing a nurturing educational setting for students with autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse learning needs, ages 6 to 12. Our mission is to foster relationship-based, family-centered care that enhances both educational and functional skills, empowering students to thrive as active members of their communities. Our team of skilled therapists and educators offers a comprehensive range of services, including special education, social work, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), developmental therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, language therapy, nutrition, and feeding therapy.



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