Special Education Teacher
About The Position
The Special Education Teacher provides academic, community, and social instruction to support the educational programming and physical needs of special education students assigned to Intermediate Unit programs. The teacher plans curriculum and prepares lessons and instructional materials to meet students’ needs, aligning instruction with state standards. This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Workdays are Monday through Friday, with hours dependent on district needs. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required as job duties demand, and some travel may be required for out-of-school meetings. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree.
- Pennsylvania Special Education Certification.
- Pennsylvania K–12 Regular Education Certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of team members, including parents.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the safety of students and staff throughout the day.
- Adapt and modify instructional materials.
- Maintain technology for students and the classroom.
- Collect data daily or weekly on all Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and report according to the school districts’ reporting schedules.
- Develop, write, and implement IEPs.
- Use evidence-based instructional materials and assessment.
- Follow the school-wide positive behavior support plan and individualized behavior plans.
- Plan curriculum and prepare lessons and instructional materials to meet student needs in alignment with state standards.
Benefits
- Excellent employee benefit plan options.
- PSERS pension plan.
- Flexible school-calendar work schedule.
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Job Type
Full-time
