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Special Education Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Waukegan, IL

Posted: 07/22/2026 Industry: Special Education Teacher Job Number: 104216 Pay Rate: $50 per hour

Job Description

Special Education Teacher (2026–2027 School Year)
Location: Kenosha, WI 
Start Date: August 24, 2026
End Date: June 4, 2027
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 37.5 Hours per Week
Elementary campuses have half-day Fridays for students; contractors will work a full day.
Position Overview
Medical Edge Recruitment is actively hiring 15 Special Education Teachers for a large public school district in Kenosha, Wisconsin for the 2026–2027 academic year. We are scheduling interviews next week and are seeking licensed Special Education professionals who are passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative educational environment while making a meaningful impact throughout the school year.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Provide specialized instruction based on students' academic and behavioral needs
  • Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, therapists, and families
  • Monitor student progress and maintain required documentation
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
Qualifications
Required:
  • Active Special Education Teacher License
  • Licensure must be verifiable through the state's DPI website
  • Certification in one of the following:
    • Early Childhood–Middle Childhood
    • Middle Childhood–Early Adolescence
Assignment Details
  • Pay Rate: Up to $50/hour
  • Contract Dates: August 24, 2026 – June 4, 2027
  • Weekly Hours: 37.5
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday
  • Multiple openings available across the district
  • Caseload and classroom assignments will vary by campus (details to be provided)
Apply Today
We are interviewing qualified candidates next week and expect these positions to fill quickly.

To be considered, please submit:
  • Current resume
  • Active Special Education teaching license
  • Relevant certifications

Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to begin the interview process.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Jermaine Reed
President & COO

Jermaine Reed President & COO is a highly accomplished, results-oriented executive with experience developing and delivering strategies to achieve operational success. A trusted advisor with a history of collaborating effectively with key stakeholders to ensure strategic and operational alignment with global business objectives, culture, and MVVs. Diverse background/credentials enabling a “full picture” strategic view and practical tactical capabilities with an appreciation for ROI.

He has an extensive background in staffing medical needs. With over 20 years of experience in the medical recruitment and staffing industry, Jermaine is an experienced executive who excels in diverse business environments and understands the clinical demands and care delivery models within the ever-changing Healthcare Staffing industry. He has served in various roles such as leading staffing, clinical delivery, wellness, and start-up teams.

He continues to successfully lead and manage Medical Recruitment through each growth phase while navigating organizational, state, federal, and payor regulations and programs. His leadership and guidance are the driving force behind how our team runs.  Medical Edge into a mid-sized international medical recruitment and staffing firm with two locations (Houston, TX & Georgetown, Guyana).  Medical Edge Recruitment was recognized by Inc. Magazine as the 6th fastest growing company in the Southeast Region.

Jermaine’s experience extends to the facilitation and administration of developing leadership teams while growing and establishing business with various clients including State contracts.

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