Teacher - Special Education Preschool

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA

1d•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 and supports a safe, positive, inclusive learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to join an established program that 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.
Demonstrated 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 is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead classroom assistants to ensure consistent implementation of lesson plans and student supports and to maintain 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, physical, and speech-language therapists, 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.