Special Education Teacher (LBS1)

Job Posting: Special Education Teacher

ExcelPrep Champaign Illinois

Position Overview

ExcelPrep is seeking a highly qualified mission-alignedSpecial Education Teacherto join our team inChampaign Illinois. This is a full-time on-site opportunity for an educator who is passionate about supporting neurodiverse learners through structured research-based and data-driven instruction.

The ideal candidate will bring strong instructional expertise a deep commitment to student growth and the ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary educational and therapeutic environment.

About ExcelPrep

ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program serving neurodiverse children through structured research-based instruction. Our mission is simple:to prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners.

We are a professional and agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes. Our goal is to provide a nurturing academically focused environment where students develop strong academic foundations cognitive-linguistic skills and the confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond.

The Bloomington program reflects the same model and standards as ExcelPreps Champaign program with a strong emphasis on instructional excellence data-based decision making and integrated academic and therapeutic support.

Our Programs

PreK8 Academic Program

Our PreK8 Academic Program is grounded inDirect InstructionandPrecision Teaching. Instruction focuses on core academic skills including reading writing and mathematics through explicit and systematic teaching methods that emphasize:

• Mastery

• Fluency

• Generalization

This program is designed for students with learning disabilities and neurodiverse profiles who benefit from structured data-driven instruction.

Clinical ABA Program (Ages 313)

Our Clinical ABA Program is cognition-linguistically based and emphasizes cognitive skill development and social behavior learning within a structured instructional environment. The program integratesApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA)with teaching strategies that support:

• Language development

• Reasoning

• Executive functioning

• Social competence

Instruction is individualized data-driven and focused on building foundational skills that support learning communication and independence.

Instructional and Therapeutic Framework

Across ExcelPrep programs we center:

• Direct Instruction and instructional design

• Precision Teaching and data-based decision making

• Instruction grounded in behavior science research

• Occupational Therapy as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA in support of sensory-motor development

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher will play a central role in delivering high-quality instruction and individualized support for neurodiverse learners. This individual will be responsible for planning and implementing structured academic programming monitoring student progress collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining a classroom environment that supports strong academic behavioral and social outcomes.

This role is well suited for an educator who values professionalism precision collaboration and evidence-based practice.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction and Student Programming

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with diverse academic behavioral and developmental needs

• Design and implement instructional programming aligned with student profiles goals and learning needs

• Deliver explicit systematic instruction in reading writing mathematics and related academic readiness skills

• Apply research-based methodologies including Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching to support student mastery fluency and generalization

• Differentiate instruction within a structured educational setting to meet a range of learner needs

Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

• Collect analyze and interpret student performance data to inform instructional planning

• Monitor progress toward individualized academic behavioral and developmental goals

• Make timely instructional adjustments based on objective student data

• Maintain accurate organized and compliant student records reports and documentation

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate closely with teachers paraprofessionals ABA staff Occupational Therapists and other interdisciplinary team members

• Communicate professionally and effectively with families regarding student progress goals and instructional strategies

• Participate actively in team meetings case discussions planning sessions and school-wide initiatives

Classroom and Program Support

• Foster a structured supportive and academically focused classroom environment

• Support implementation fidelity of instructional and behavior support systems

• Participate in training coaching and ongoing professional development

• Contribute to program refinement and continuous improvement efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree inSpecial Education Education or a closely related field

• ValidIllinois Professional Educator License (PEL)withLBS1 endorsement or eligibility to obtain appropriate Illinois credentials

• Experience working with students with learning disabilities autism spectrum disorder and other neurodiverse learning profiles

• Strong knowledge of individualized instruction structured teaching practices and progress monitoring

• Demonstrated ability to use student data to guide instructional decision-making

• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Commitment to professionalism collaboration and evidence-based educational practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Special Education Education Psychology or a related field

• Experience withDirect Instructionand/orPrecision Teaching

• Familiarity with ABA principles and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Experience in a private school specialized educational setting clinical setting or therapeutic learning environment

• Knowledge of cognitive-linguistic behavioral and sensory-motor learning needs

• Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be:

• Deeply aligned with ExcelPreps mission

• Skilled in supporting neurodiverse learners through structured instruction

• Organized reflective and data-driven

• Comfortable in a high-accountability collaborative environment

• Committed to continuous improvement and high professional standards

• Focused on achieving meaningful academic and social outcomes for students

Work Environment

• Full-time on-site position inChampaign Illinois

• Collaborative interdisciplinary workplace

• Professional and agile organizational culture

• Strong emphasis on student outcomes instructional quality and research-based practice

Compensation and Benefits

ExcelPrep offers a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications which may include:

• Competitive salary

• Health dental and vision benefits

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development and training

• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Copy of Illinois teaching license or documentation of licensure eligibility

• Professional references

Application Email:
Subject Line:Special Education Teacher Champaign

Equal Opportunity Statement

ExcelPrep is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome candidates who are passionate about advancing meaningful outcomes for neurodiverse learners and contributing to a collaborative mission-driven educational environment.

Required Experience:

Senior IC