Special Education Teacher

River Rock Academy • Cressona, PA

23h

About The Position

At River Rock Academy, a Special Education Teacher creates engaging, individualized learning experiences to help students facing behavioral and academic challenges succeed academically and behaviorally. The teacher develops lessons aligned with each student’s IEP goals, fosters a positive classroom culture, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support consistent student progress.

The role also includes leading and mentoring classroom staff to ensure consistent instruction and student support. River Rock Academy is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior support plans.
• Knowledge of behavior management and positive behavioral interventions.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and classroom leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lessons tailored to individual student goals and learning needs.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Track and document student progress, assessments, and IEP components.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and external partners to support each student’s development.
• Lead and mentor classroom staff to ensure consistent instruction and student support.

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness perks, including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings.
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and 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 and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time