Special Education Substitute Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year
About The Position
Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. As the Substitute Teacher at Green Tree School, you will provide consistent instruction and classroom leadership to support student learning and behavioral progress. Your work ensures continuity, safety, and alignment with IEP goals across in-person, virtual, and hybrid learning environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Pennsylvania public school, private academic, or temporary approval teaching certificate
- At least three months of experience supporting students with learning or behavioral needs
- Knowledge of child development and behavior management strategies
- Strong communication, organization, and classroom leadership skills
Responsibilities
- Deliver structured instruction aligned to IEP goals and lesson plans
- Manage classroom behavior using consistent, proactive strategies
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student services
- Document student progress, behavior data, and instructional outcomes
- Provide guidance and supervision to classroom support staff
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Extra paid school breaks (for select roles)
- Paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career development programs
- Leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
