Special Education Teacher
- Pay
- $55 – $60 per hour
- Location
- Markham, IL
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Pay Range
$55-60/hourly
About the role
Special Education Teacher 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $60/hour | Markham, IL |
Ampersand Therapy is hiring dedicated Special Education Teachers to join a supportive school community for the 2026-2027 school year in Markham, IL.
Position Details
- Schedule: Full-Time, In-Person
- Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year
- Setting: Elementary School
- Hours: 35-37 hours per week (paid lunches)
- Location: Markham, IL
Licensure Required: Illinois PEL with LBS1 Endorsement (must be active at time of submission)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide small group and individual instruction
- Implement IEPs and track student progress
- Attend IEP and staff meetings
- Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation
What We're Looking For
- Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement
- Passion for inclusive, student-centered instruction
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Experience in a resource room setting preferred, but not required-new graduates are welcome and will be supported with mentoring
Benefits & Perks
- Paid sick leave
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision
- 401(k) with employer match
- Reimbursement for licensing, CEUs, and other professional costs
- Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
- W2 employment
- General and professional liability insurance
- Referral bonuses
- No non-compete clauses
- Paid volunteer time and donation matching for charities
Our Core Values
Equity & Inclusion: We're committed to creating inclusive school environments and supporting anti-racism work. We partner with organizations like The Conscious Kid and provide DEIB resources to staff.
Community Engagement: We support causes like Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth -and empower you to support the ones that matter to you.
Environmental Responsibility: We minimize paper use, encourage sustainable practices, and proudly operate as a carbon-negative company.
Why Join Ampersand Therapy?
We're not your typical staffing agency. Ampersand Therapy was founded by school-based therapists who created a team that prioritizes relationships, transparency, and support.
- Therapist-Founded & Operated: We've walked in your shoes and continue to serve in schools ourselves.
- Small, Responsive Team: You'll never feel like a number-our support is personal and professional.
- Commitment to Growth: We're here to mentor, troubleshoot, and celebrate alongside you.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all forms-race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, background, and more. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
From Point Quest Group's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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