2026-2027 SY: Kindergarten Special Education Teachers

Southeast Delco School District; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 54 000 - 104 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Southeast Delco School District is seeking Special Education Teachers for the Kindergarten Center for the 2026-2027 school year. You will plan developmentally appropriate lessons and implement individualized education programs to meet diverse student needs.

Collaborate with families and professionals to create an inclusive learning environment. Candidates should hold PA Special Education certification and a Bachelor's degree, with 2+ years of teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university.
• PA Certification: Special Education K-8 or K-12, or a confirmed pathway to certification.
• 2+ years teaching experience is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provides instruction and support to special education students in accordance with IEPs.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials addressing individual needs.
• Coordinates with district staff and outside agencies to support student programs.
• Manages caseload documents and timelines (IEP, NOREP, evaluations, etc.).
• Monitors data and progress for students on caseload.
• Attends MDT/IEP meetings and participates in team processes.
• Provides staff development on interventions and teaching modifications.
• Develops Crisis Plans and implements prevention/intervention techniques.
• Participates in department meetings and professional development.

Connaissances

IEP development

Collaborative teamwork

Classroom management

Technology proficiency

Parent communication

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

PA Certification: Special Education K-8/K-12

2+ years teaching experience

Description du poste

Southeast Delco School District

Special Education Teachers (2new positions for the 2026-2027 SY)

Kindergarten Center

Reports to:

Kindergarten Center Principal

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will support the District's mission and vision and have the primary responsibility to plan and deiver developmentally appropriate lessons that meet state-mandated standards. Each teacher will also communicate regularly and effectively with students/parents. They create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The Special Education Teacher collaborates with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Southeast Delco School District will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides instruction and support to special education students in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students’ individual needs.
• Works cooperatively with district staff, including regular education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service staff, and when appropriate, outside agencies to coordinate student’s program and provide appropriate level of support.
• Coordinates services for students on caseload by being the case manager and preparing all essential documents and other documents, adhering to timelines. Essential documents include but are not limited to permissions for evaluations, evaluation and reevaluation reports, Invitations to Participate, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP), progress reports and more.
• Collects and effectively communicates data and provides ongoing progress monitoring for students on their caseload.
• Collects and documents ESY-Extended School Year data to determine eligibility.
• Participates actively as part of the Multidisciplinary team and facilitates IEP meetings.
• Provides staff development to professional staff and support staff on particular needs of students on caseload in regards to characteristics of a disability, interventions, strategies, teaching methodologies, and modifications as needed.
• Prepares Positive Behavior Support Plans when necessary.
• Participates in Interagency meetings when necessary.
• Attends scheduled Special Education Department meetings and professional development.
• Develops and implements Crisis Plan & Approved Crisis, Prevention & Intervention Techniques during crisis situations
• Adheres to district policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.

RequiredSkills & Abilities:

• Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university required
• Valid Pennsylvania Certification: Special Education K-8, Special Education K-12, or a confirmed pathway to certification
• 2+ years teaching desired

Pre-employment Requirements:

• Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check, FBI fingerprinting Background Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (ACT 168)
• School Personnel Health Record and TB test

Physical Requirements:

• Pushing, moving and lifting objects with a strength factor of light work
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of standard office equipment
• Clarity of vision at varying distances
• Verbal, auditory and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
• Sitting and standing for extended periods of time
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies
• Occasional kneeling, crouching and squatting
• Occasional bending, reaching and stretchingOccasional pulling, pushing

Level of Compensation:

$54,000 - $104,000(dependent on Step and Track placement as deterined based on collective bargaining agreements)

Disclaimer:

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the scope of responsibility, and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

The Southeast Delco School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.