2025-2026 Preschool Early Intervention: Anticpated Special Education Teacher Classroom

Allegheny Intermediate Unit; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Preschool Early Intervention Special Education Teacher to join their team. In this fulfilling role, you will evaluate and deliver special education services to young children, develop individualized education plans (IEPs), and collaborate with families and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and their families while working in a supportive educational environment. If you are dedicated to fostering growth and learning in early childhood education, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8/PK-12.
• Experience with preschool population in Early Childhood environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and deliver special education services to preschool children.
• Develop IEPs and instruct individuals and groups effectively.
• Collaborate with parents and professionals for student support.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Collaboration and leadership skills

Ability to build trust with stakeholders

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Self-motivated and responsible

Education

Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8/PK-12

Valid PA certification in Early Childhood PK-4

Job description

2025-2026 Preschool Early Intervention: Anticipated Special Education Teacher Classroom

(2025-2026 Classroom locations to be determined)

Job Title: Preschool Early Intervention Special Education Teacher

Position Summary:

To evaluate and deliver special education services to young children in Preschool Early Intervention classrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Select, administer, and interpret current standardized assessment tools for preschool-age children to accurately identify their needs. Report assessment information clearly and accurately in ERs, and follow program and state guidelines for qualifying children for services.
2. Schedule and complete in-depth evaluations based on the results of the screening/evaluation and/or a review of available records.
3. Develop appropriate IEPs based on evaluation results and the needs of the child within timelines. Schedule IEP meetings and send invitation to all required participants.
4. Instruct individuals, small groups, and large groups, including typically developing peers.
5. Plan lessons embedding specially designed instruction; connect PA Early Learning Standards for Pre-K and children’s IEP goals to the lesson plan.
6. Evaluate and monitor all students’ progress (including the integration of children) based on assessments, data collection, input from related service providers, and observation.
7. Collaborate with all personnel/consultants delivering services in order to implement the specially designed instruction to meet all goals.
8. Effectively collaborate with parents/guardians and outside professionals to offer support for the continued implementation of specially designed instruction.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of early childhood curriculum and the ability to make adaptations and modifications to meet individual needs.
10. Accommodate families who are observing and/or calling about possible placement.
11. Prepare duties and provide guidance for paraprofessionals related to duties within the classroom and with working with the children.
12. Coordinate the transition process for children preparing to enter kindergarten programs.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8/PK-12 required
2. Valid PA certification in Early Childhood PK-4 preferred
3. Experience working with the preschool population in Early Childhood Environments preferred
4. Effective verbal and written communication skills
5. Ability to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholder groups
6. Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, while remaining logical and interpersonal
7. Excellent collaboration and leadership skills
8. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
9. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible
10. Ability to travel throughout the County required
11. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend, and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
• Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers
• Hearing clearly
• Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Supervisor

Position Schedule: 190 days, August-August

Benefits: Per the AIUEA Bargaining Unit Agreement

To Apply: Create an online application and upload a cover letter, resume, PA Certificate (if applicable), and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities, or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.