Onward Search Education partners with school districts and charter schools across Illinois to connect dedicated educators with meaningful school-based roles. We’re currently hiring full-time Special Education Teachers (LBS1) for the 2025–2026 school year across several elementary schools in Kane County, IL.

If you're passionate about supporting young learners with diverse needs and thrive in a collaborative, student-centered environment, this could be a great fit.

Position Details:

• Location: Kane County, IL

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, School Hours

• Duration: August 2025 – June 2026

• Caseload: Elementary-aged students (specific caseloads vary by school)

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals

• Develop and implement compliant, data-informed IEPs

• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment

• Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, and families

• Track and communicate student progress

• Participate in IEP meetings and team planning sessions

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

• LBS1 Endorsement

• Experience developing and implementing IEPs

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Prior experience with elementary students preferred

Why Onward Search Education?

• Weekly pay

• Personalized recruiter support

• CEU and licensure reimbursement

• Referral bonus program

• Streamlined onboarding

• Access to school-year and summer opportunities

If you’re looking for a role that allows you to make a meaningful impact in students' early academic journeys, we’d love to connect. Apply today or reach out to learn more.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.