Teacher - Special Education Preschool

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania seeks an energetic and passionate Special Education Teacher to serve young children with disabilities in its Approved Private School (APS) preschool program at the Philadelphia location. The teacher leads the classroom team, develops and manages Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitors student progress, and delivers instruction that supports academic, social, and developmental growth. The role involves collaborating with related service providers, communicating with families, and supporting students’ personal care and developmental needs in a nurturing, inclusive classroom. The program values teamwork, professional growth, and helping young children with disabilities thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education.
• Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification.
• Knowledge of IEP development, compliance, and progress monitoring.
• Strong leadership skills to guide and support classroom assistants and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and family engagement skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with preschool or early childhood special education.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom assistants and the classroom team to support consistent implementation of lesson plans, student supports, and a safe, positive learning environment.
• Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and adjust instruction and strategies to meet individual needs.
• Design and deliver engaging lesson plans that promote academic, social, and developmental growth.
• Collaborate with related service providers, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to integrate therapeutic and educational supports throughout the school day.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, IEP goals, and strategies for continued growth at home.
• Support students’ personal care and developmental needs in a nurturing, inclusive classroom setting.

What This Job Offers

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