Aspiring SPED Teacher: Impactful, Data‑Driven Classrooms

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a SPED teacher to support K-12 students with diverse needs.

You will use data-driven instructional models and SESI’s CASE PBIS framework to drive outcomes, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with school teams and families. Responsibilities include teaching, adapting plans based on assessments, and participating in daily school functions and trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school’s daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Skills

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certification (preferred)

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a SPED teacher to support K-12 students with diverse needs.

You will use data-driven instructional models and SESI’s CASE PBIS framework to drive outcomes, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with school teams and families. Responsibilities include teaching, adapting plans based on assessments, and participating in daily school functions and trainings.