Part Time 1:1 Teaching Position

Ampersand Therapy

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • $35.00-45.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 8 days ago
General Education Teacher – Part-Time – 2025–2026 School Year – In-PersonAmpersand Therapy is hiring a dedicated General Education Teacher to provide one-on-one instruction for the 2024–2025 school year, with opportunities to continue into the 2025–2026 school year. This is a part-time, in-person position ideal for educators who thrive in a focused teaching environment and value meaningful connections with students.Founded by women and therapists in Washington and now also local to Illinois, we’re on a mission to elevate the school-based employment experience. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or a new graduate, you’ll find strong mentorship, a supportive team, and a workplace that truly understands the demands of education.Position Details
  • Schedule: Part-time – approximately 4 hours per day (about 20 hours per week)
  • Location: In person at a local library (Vernon Area Public Library)
  • Student Level: Middle School – 8th grade
  • Start Date: ASAP for 2025–2026 school year,
  • Service Model: 1:1 instruction with a single tudent
  • Key Duties:
  • Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with state and district standards
  • Assess and monitor student performance
  • Attend staff meetings, and collaborate with school teams
Qualifications
  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate subject endorsement
  • Strong instructional, assessment, and classroom management skills
  • Commitment to individualized instruction and student growth
  • Must complete fingerprinting prior to start date
Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher unless noted)
  • Paid sick leave (all employees)
  • Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision*
  • 401(k) with employer match*
  • Reimbursement for licensing, continuing education, and professional fees
  • Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
  • W-2 employment status
  • General and professional liability insurance
  • Referral bonuses
  • No non-compete clauses
  • Paid volunteer time and donation matching*
Why Join Ampersand Therapy?At Ampersand Therapy, we’re not your typical staffing agency—we’re a small, therapist-run team built by women who started their careers in school districts. We know the challenges you face, and we’ve created a workplace that values and supports educators.Our values guide everything we do:
  • Equity & Inclusion: We actively support diversity, equity, and anti-racism initiatives. We partner with organizations like The Conscious Kid to make a lasting impact.
  • Community Engagement: We give back through volunteering and supporting causes like Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth—and we encourage you to support what matters to you.
  • Environmental Responsibility: We’re committed to sustainability—reducing waste, going digital when possible, and maintaining a carbon-negative footprint.
When you join us, you gain more than a job—you gain a team that sees your hard work, backs your professional growth, and celebrates your success.Apply Today!
If you’re a passionate General Education Teacher looking for a supportive, mission-driven workplace, we’d love to meet you. Apply now to join Ampersand Therapy for the 2025–2026 school year!

Ampersand Therapy