Middle School Special Education Teacher
Quick answer
The Menta Group is hiring an in-office Middle School Special Education Teacher in Bourbonnais, IL, to provide personalized social-emotional and academic support in a self-contained classroom setting.
- Role
- Middle School Special Education Teacher
- Organization
- The Menta Group
- Location
- Bourbonnais, IL
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Menta Group is seeking a Middle School Special Education Teacher for their Bourbonnais, IL academy to lead a self-contained classroom. The role involves collaborating with clinical and academic staff to provide differentiated social-emotional and academic instruction to students with diverse needs. Educators will work in small class settings with paraprofessional support and have the freedom to personalize learning strategies.
What you'll do
- Teach all subjects in a self-contained classroom environment.
- Develop and implement differentiated learning plans for students.
- Collaborate with clinical and curriculum staff to support student success.
- Provide a social-emotional learning environment for students with diverse needs.
- Manage a classroom of approximately 10 students with paraprofessional support.
What it takes
- IL Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 Certification.
- Ability to work with youth having emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.
- Experience or training in relevant curriculum areas.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to different grade levels as needed.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; tuition reimbursement for LBS1 certification; negotiable sign-on bonus for certified teachers.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this teaching position located?
This position is located at Menta Academy Bourbonnais in Bourbonnais, IL, and requires in-person attendance.
What certifications are required for this role?
Applicants must hold an IL PEL with LBS1 certification, though general education teachers willing to obtain LBS1 certification are also encouraged to apply.
What are the working hours for this position?
The staff hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, following a 10-month school calendar.
Is there a sign-on bonus for this job?
Yes, The Menta Group offers a negotiable sign-on bonus for candidates who are certified Special Education Teachers.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Menta Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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