Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in Lake County, Illinois to hire a dedicated Special Education Teacher.

This contract opportunity is for a Special Education Teacher ESY supporting the 2026 ESY program in Illinois. The role is offering a part-time summer assignment for an educator who is ready to support students with diverse learning needs in a school-based setting.

Position Details:

• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• End Date: Jun 30, 2026
• Schedule: Follows district ESY schedule
• Location: On-site in Lake County, IL

Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction that supports students with disabilities in school-based learning environments.
• Implement individualized education plans and provide services aligned to each student's documented needs.
• Support students in inclusive, pull-out, and specialized classroom settings as required by the program.
• Provide targeted academic, social, behavioral, and functional support based on each student's needs.
• Collaborate with school staff and related service providers to help students access instruction and participate in the educational setting.

Qualifications:

• Active Illinois Special Education certification is required.
• Ability to support students with diverse learning needs in school-based special education settings.
• Experience implementing individualized plans and adapting instruction based on student needs.
• Ability to provide individualized and small-group support in a structured educational environment.
• Familiarity with evidence-based strategies that support academic, behavioral, social-emotional, or functional growth.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?
If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

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.