Elementary Special Education Teacher - Reading, PA

Pediatric Developmental Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Great Mentorship Program

Job summary

A dedicated educational service provider in Reading, PA, is seeking a Special Education Teacher to foster student growth in a positive environment. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and a mentorship program. Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's degree in early childhood education and have experience working with Pre-K children. Responsibilities include developing customized curricula and collaborating with parents and staff to ensure each child's development.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for helping all students reach their potential.
• Effective communication skills with parents, including non‑English speakers.
• Experience in coaching staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized curricula for each child.
• Deliver lessons and perform daily activities.
• Coach and co-teach with assistants and volunteers.
• Monitor and report on developmental concerns.
• Lead staff meetings and update staff on policy changes.
• Lead staff meetings and keep staff updated on policy and regulation changes.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as first aid and conflict management.

Skills

Experience working with Pre‑K children

Ability to develop individualized curricula

First aid and conflict management skills

Education

Associate's degree in early childhood education or child development

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in early childhood education or child development.
• Experience working with Pre‑K children

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Develop individualized curricula that work with each child to ensure no one falls behind
• Deliver lessons and perform activities
• Coach and co‑teach with assistants, aides, and classroom volunteers
• Meet with parents to report on their child's performance, progress reports, and sometimes help non‑English‑speaking parents
• Monitor and report developmental concerns: behavioral, educational, and developmental progress
• Lead staff meetings and keep staff updated on policy and regulation changes
• Respond to emergency situations, such as first aid and conflict management

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win‑win initiatives for all. From speech‑language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.