Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Inspired Learners Academy (ILA) is looking for a Provisional License Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year.

This is a unique opportunity for someone with a bachelor’s degree who wants to become a licensed Special Education Teacher while gaining hands-on experience in an ABA-based therapeutic day school.

Current RBTs, behavior technicians, paraprofessionals, and others already working with students with autism are strongly encouraged to apply!

With an approved alternative or provisional teaching license, eligible candidates may be able to teach while completing their Special Education licensure program.

Position Details

$55,621 annual salary

177-day school calendar

Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

Equivalent to approximately $45/hour based on scheduled school days/hours

Full benefits

Up to $5,000 per year in tuition reimbursement with a signed 3-year teaching commitment to ILA

Supportive, highly collaborative ABA-based school environment

What You'll Do

Lead a classroom serving students with autism and individualized learning needs

Develop and implement individualized academic instruction

Support students' IEP goals and educational programming

Work closely with BCBAs and RBTs to integrate educational and behavioral programming throughout the school day

Create a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment

Support students in developing academic, communication, social, behavioral, and independent living skills

Collaborate with related service providers, school leadership, families, and other members of the educational team

Participate in ongoing training, mentorship, and professional developments

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Eligibility for an appropriate Illinois provisional or alternative teaching license

Willingness to enroll in or currently be enrolled in a Special Education licensure program

Passion for working with students with autism and other learning or behavioral needs

Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Ability to provide structure, consistency, patience, and flexibility

Experience in ABA, special education, education, or working with individuals with disabilities is strongly preferred

RBT experience is a huge plus! If you're currently an RBT with a bachelor's degree and have thought about becoming a teacher, this could be an excellent opportunity to turn your ABA experience into a long-term career in Special Education.

Ready to take the next step from supporting students to leading your own classroom? We'd love to connect and help you explore your path toward becoming a licensed Special Education Teacher.