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Elementary School Special Education Teacher Job Opening

Waukegan, IL 60085

Posted: 08/19/2025 Industry: Education Job Number: 25848138 Pay Rate: 40-45 USD/Hour

Job Description


Title: Special Education Teacher 
Location: Waukegan, Illinois

Phaxis Education is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher for an elementary school caseload (K–5th grade) in Waukegan, IL. This is a school-based contract position with the option to renew. We’re hiring passionate educators who are committed to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for students with diverse needs.

This opportunity is ideal for Special Education Teachers looking for consistent support, a collaborative school team, and a meaningful role in helping students reach their full potential.

Special Education Teacher Job Details:

  • Job Type: Onsite 

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, full-time

  • Caseload: Grades K–5

  • Setting: Onsite in a public school

Special Education Teacher Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education (required)

  • Active or pending Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement (or eligibility)

  • Experience in a school or pediatric setting is preferred

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship available)

  • Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Work with Phaxis Education:

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available from day one

  • Competitive weekly pay with direct deposit

  • Supportive clinical and administrative team throughout your contract

  • Reimbursement for licensure costs

  • Referral bonuses for bringing others into our community

Special Education Teacher Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement IEP-aligned instructional strategies tailored to individual student goals

  • Modify curriculum and teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs

  • Foster a structured, supportive classroom environment using positive behavior interventions

  • Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and families to ensure student success

  • Track and report student progress through assessments, data collection, and documentation

  • Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary team planning

  • Ensure compliance with IDEA, Illinois State Board of Education guidelines, and district policies

Interested in learning more or applying? Submit your resume today.

Phaxis Education connects Special Education Teachers with rewarding school-based jobs across the country. With over two decades of staffing experience, we’re committed to helping educators find roles that align with their passions, strengths, and career goals. Let’s make a difference—together.

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Drew Anson

Chief Delivery Officer

Drew Anson is Chief Delivery Officer at Phaxis, a Workforce Solutions Company based in New York.

In this role, Drew leads the delivery and recruiting working closely with the leadership team to define a model that is efficient at supporting the firm s current needs and is scalable for future growth.

Drew is a seasoned executive with more than 13 years of Services & Recruitment experience. In that time, he has supported numerous Fortune 100/500/1000 organizations across industries by providing global workforce solutions, namely resources and thought leadership for large-scale projects, implementations, and managed services.

Prior to joining Phaxis predecessor firm Park Hudson in 2021, Drew spent three years at engineering technology and talent solutions firm, Collabera, as Director of Sales in North Carolina. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly eight years at Insight Global, most recently as Sales Manager of the Columbus, OH office.

He holds a degree from Central Michigan University in Sales & Marketing.

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