Special Education Teacher

Green Tree School & Services • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

As a Special Education Teacher at Green Tree School & Services, you’ll play a key role in helping students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs build the skills and confidence to succeed. You’ll design and deliver individualized instruction, foster a supportive classroom environment, and collaborate closely with therapists, counselors, and families to promote each student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.

Requirements

• Active Pennsylvania Teaching Certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate or Level I/II PA Instructional Special Education Certification (K–12)
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to inclusive practices, student safety, and professional growth

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to each student’s individual goals
• Maintain accurate documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation summaries
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and families to support student progress and consistency across settings
• Manage classroom structure and implement behavior support strategies to promote positive outcomes
• Conduct assessments, track progress, and monitor behavior data to inform instruction and interventions

Benefits

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus 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, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level