Elementary Special Education Teacher - Autistic Support Grades K-2

Penn Hills School District; Penn Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Hills School District is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher – Autistic Support for Grades K-2. The role requires PA certification in Special Education and strong autism knowledge, with responsibilities in IEP development and data-driven instruction.

The teacher will collaborate with administrators, parents, and support staff to deliver customized instruction, implement Positive Behavior Interventions, and maintain compliant records.

Qualifications

• Valid PA certification in Special Education and identified content areas, required.
• Knowledge of Autism with relation to communication and social behaviors.
• Ability to recognize distress/need in a student who is non-verbal.
• Ability to modify curriculum materials including core curriculum and prevocational curriculum.
• Strong working knowledge of behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write reevaluation reports based on assessments, data collection, and records review.
• Develop and deliver an appropriate IEP for students.
• Evaluate students' academic performance, behavior and social progress toward IEP goals through data collection, student work and observation.
• Prepare progress reports, report cards and other mandated paperwork within established timelines.
• Maintain accurate special education paperwork, data, and student records in compliance with regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with parents, education personnel and other service providers to develop and implement IEPs.

Skills

PA Special Education certification

Autism knowledge

Behavior management

Curriculum modification

Data collection & analysis

Non-verbal cues recognition

Assistive technology (iPad)

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Education

PA Certification in Special Education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iPad

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Monday, September 14, 2026 12:00 AM
(Eastern Standard Time)

Job Description

Elementary Special Education Teacher - Autistic Support Grades K-2

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher – Autistic Support - Grades K-2

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid PA certification in Special Education and identified content areas, required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Autism with relation to communication and social behaviors

Ability to recognize distress/need in a student who is non-verbal.

Ability to modify curriculum materials including core curriculum and prevocational

Strong working knowledge of behavior management

• Ability to effectively present information and articulately respond to questions from administrators, staff, parents, students, business and educational partners, and the general public.
• Ability to modify curriculum materials including core curriculum and prevocational curriculum.
• Strong working knowledge of behavior management principals.
• Ability to use de-escalation techniques to control and aggressive situation and achieve a positive outcome.
• Ability to interpret a Functional Behavior Assessment and develop a Positive Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Ability to use data collection strategies and data analysis and interpretation to monitor Behavior Improvement Plan.
• Working knowledge of Assistive technology, i.e. Ipad.
• Working knowledge of universal precautions
• Ability to create an educational environment within the room that is reflective of the educational process.
• Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and an ability to work with limited supervision.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible.
• Ability and experience working as a member of a team.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or Dir. of Special Education

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:

This position is responsible for the planning and implementation of program instructional services provided to students in special education.

PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop and write re-evaluation reports based on the results of assessments, data collection, and review of records.
• Develop and deliver an appropriate IEP for students.
• Evaluate students' academic performance, behavior and social progress toward their IEP goals through data collection, student work and observation.
• Prepare progress reports, report cards and other state/district mandated paperwork/forms within established timelines.
• Maintain accurate special education paperwork, data, and student records that are in compliance with federal and state regulations and District guidelines.
• Establish and enforce rules for positive behavior, and procedures. for maintaining a learning environment for students.
• Collaborate and communicate with parents, education personnel and other service providers to develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) designed to increase student learning through specially designed instruction and accommodations for students' needs.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, and make adaptations and modifications to meet individual needs.
• Follow all administrative policies and rules governing students.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times, following all District policies, building procedures and Pennsylvania professional code of conduct.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers; including the proper management of support staff within the classroom.
• Utilize e-mail, Microsoft Office programs, and student informational systems to manage communication, information and records.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the building principal or special education supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 period of time
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 25 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
• 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. Penn Hills School District is an equal opportunity employer.

260 Aster Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
412-793-7000, ext. 1226
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