Special Education Teacher- LBS1

Duties

• Deliver explicit instruction using Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching protocols for core academic skills.
• Implement individualized, data-driven instruction plans aligned with each learner's goals.
• Collect, analyze, and report progress data; monitor mastery and generalization of skills.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapy and ABA teams to support sensory-motor development and language/behavior goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation (lesson plans, progress notes, IEP accommodations as applicable).
• Communicate regularly with families about progress, opportunities, and supports at home.
• Create an inclusive, engaging classroom environment that supports varied neurodiverse profiles.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to program refinement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education (Illinois teaching license or eligibility; LBS1 strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience or training in Direct Instruction and/or Precision Teaching
• Passion for and experience with neurodiverse learners and structured, data-driven instruction
• Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to work with therapists, families, and a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to collect and interpret data to inform individualized instruction and progress reporting
• Illinois Special Education license (LBS1/LBS2) or willingness to pursue
• Experience with ABA concepts; willingness to work under the supervision of a BCBA/ABA-trained team
• Familiarity with Occupational Therapy principles and sensory-motor considerations
• Multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish or other languages) a plus

Salary/Benefits

• Illinois Special Education license (LBS1/LBS2) or willingness to pursue
• Experience with ABA concepts; willingness to work under the supervision of a BCBA/ABA-trained team
• Familiarity with Occupational Therapy principles and sensory-motor considerations
• Multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish or other languages) a plus

Additional Notes

Overview: ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program in Illinois dedicated to serving neurodiverse children through structured, research-based instruction. Our work focuses on prioritizing the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners. We are a professional, agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes.

• Location: Champaign (onsite at ExcelPrep Bloomington campus)
• Program scope: PreK-8 Academic Program and Clinical ABA Program (Ages 3-13)
• Core approach: Direct Instruction, Precision Teaching, behavior science research, with Occupational Therapy prioritized alongside ABA

About ExcelPrep - Champaign Campus

• Mission: Provide a nurturing, academically focused learning environment where neurodiverse students build strong academic foundations, cognitive-linguistic skills, and the confidence to succeed.

• Programs we offer:

• PreK-8 Academic Program: Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching; explicit, systematic teaching of reading, writing, and mathematics with mastery, fluency, and generalization.

• Clinical ABA Program: Cognition-linguistically based; integrates ABA with language development, reasoning, executive functioning, and social competence.

• Cross-program commitments:

• 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 for sensory-motor development

How to Apply

Submit the following to ... with the subject line "LBS1- Champaign":

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing your relevant experience and teaching philosophy
• Brief statement of your approach to data-driven instruction and accommodations for neurodiverse learners
• References (optional at initial submission)

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Job Posting Date

5/6/2026

Start Date

5/6/2026