1.0 Special Education Teacher - Contract

Upper St. Clair School District; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher to provide tailored support to students through Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). In this rewarding role, you will collaborate with families and staff to foster an inclusive learning environment, ensuring that every learner's unique needs are met. Your expertise in classroom management and effective communication will be essential in building positive relationships with students and their families. Join a dedicated team that values innovative teaching methods and is committed to making a difference in the lives of students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid secondary teaching certificate required.
• PA teaching certificate in Special Education (K-12 or PreK-8) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Facilitate collaboration with team members to support students' needs.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Behavior Management Techniques

Effective Communication

Relationship Building

Policy Implementation

Curriculum Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PA Teaching Certificate in Special Education

Job description

Position: 1.0 Special Education Teacher

Location: Baker Elementary School

Start Date: 2025-2026 School Year (Start: August 2025)

Summary :

Provide special education services through the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Collaborate and communicate with students, families, and staff to support the unique needs of learners.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
• Facilitate collaboration with team members to support the students’ academic, behavioral, emotional, and social needs
• Ensure that the classroom environment is conducive to learning while building a positive rapport with students
• Implement positive behavioral and effective classroom management strategies
• Communicate regularly with students, families, staff, and administrators regarding student matters
• Communicate with professionalism in all required areas
• Collaborate with the special education curriculum leader and district leadership to understand yearly roles and responsibilities as dictated by student need
• Understanding of special education process, procedures, and compliance
• Follow district policy, guidelines, regulations and procedures, as well as, maintain confidentiality according to law and policy

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• Experience and knowledge of various behavior management techniques to support students’ emotional and social goals
• Successfully establish and maintain effective relationships with students, families, staff, and, administration
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Exhibit general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Effective oral and written communication

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree and valid secondary teaching certificate in identified content area.
• PA teaching certificate: PA teaching certificate in Special Education (K-12 or PreK-8)
• Strong background in leading nontraditional, project-based learning and differentiated instruction.
• Excellent teaching and classroom management skills.
• Successfully establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, administration and parents.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Required Certification and Documentation to be Submitted by Applicant:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• PA teaching certificate
• Praxis results
• Official Transcripts