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Hope Autism Clinic

High School Special Education Teacher | Hope Learning Academy

Pay: $69,000/yr
Posted: 07/06/2026
Location: Edwardsville, IL (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$67,513 / year median in Illinois

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

High School Special Education Teacher
  • Full-Time
  • Glen Carbon, IL Salary Range:
    $50,000
  • $88,000 (commensurate on education and years of teaching experience)
Sign-On Bonus:
$5,000
  • 10,000 WHO WE ARE Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We exist to help children and their families reach their maximum potential by providing state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education. Since 1957, the Hope Learning Academy has led the development of new methods to educate, treat, and care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Develop and implement educational activities and programs in accordance with IEP goals, ensuring educational activates and programs are functional and age appropriate to promote achievement of each student s IEP goals. Plan daily and weekly schedules for each student. Collect and analyze IEP goal data and evaluate any changes to IEP goals needed. Prepare assessments and present levels of performance for IEP meetings and participate in development of appropriate IEP goals for students. Train, supervise, and evaluate classroom lead teacher aide and education specialists. Maintain current classroom information book, student program books, lesson plans, student s files, and emergency packets. Maintain regular communication with parents or guardians regarding students' educational progress, programs, and activities. Model appropriate behavior to students and staff (manner of speech, appropriate dress, etc.); treat students with dignity and respect.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Valid Illinois teaching license. Valid LBS 1 certification (or meet all requirements for short term emergency approval for LBS 1 certification). Valid Illinois driver s license. Ability to meet all licensing standards of the Department of Human Services and the Department of Child and Family Services.
WHAT WE PREFER
3+ years experience as a Special Education Classroom Teacher. Previous supervisory experience. Good interpersonal skills.
THE BENEFITS PACKAGE IS
Competitive Pay Sign-On Bonus Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent) Health Savings Account Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Employee Assistance Program Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about
Hope:
https://hope.us/hope-video-gallery/
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