Elementary Special Education Teacher - Special Ed. Certification Required

Appoquinimink School District; Townsend (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Appoquinimink School District seeks an Elementary Special Education Teacher at Townsend Elementary School. A Special Ed. certification is required; ASAP start with a 09/01/2026 closing date.

The role involves planning differentiated instruction, maintaining records, and collaborating with families and staff to support student success. The successful candidate will implement evidence-based practices, use data to inform instruction, and integrate technology to enhance learning outcomes while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Hold or eligible for Delaware teacher certification in the identified content area.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, and effective teaching methods.
• Ability to apply current research to instructional programs.
• Skilled in multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Strong communication with students, peers, and parents.
• Proven ability to collaborate with staff and manage classroom dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, encouraging learning environment to meet diverse student needs.
• Plan and develop instructional plans and lessons aligned to district curriculum.
• Maintain records and assessments to document student performance per policy.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and adapt strategies.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families about progress.
• Collaborate with guidance and special education personnel to support students with special needs.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Technology in instruction

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Oral and written communication

Classroom management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Delaware teaching certification

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher - Special Ed. Certification Required JobID: 5321

• Position Type:
  Teaching/Professional Positions/ Elementary
• Date Posted:
  8/26/2026
• Location:
  Townsend Elementary School
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  09/01/2026

ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - SPECIAL ED. CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under direction of the Building Principal, the Licensed Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link: Salary Scales

TRAINING

Appoquinimink School District may require you to be trained in Safety-Care or a similar competency-based crisis prevention intervention training program as a condition of your continued employment.

COMPLIANCE - LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / PERMIT

Failure to meet or maintain any of the licensing or certification Minimum Qualifications listed further below in this job posting may result in the withdrawal of the job offer prior to employment or termination of employment if already hired. The district reserves the right to assess compliance at any time. If deficiencies are identified, employees may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Additionally, any misrepresentation or failure to disclose relevant information during the hiring process may be considered grounds for immediate rescission of the offer or termination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all the responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:

• Provides a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
• Plans and develops instructional plans, lessons, experiments, and other support activities to present approved district curriculum in accordance with district goals and objectives.
• Maintains accurate records, tests, reports, etc. as required by DDOE and policies, Federal Regulations, and School Board Policy to demonstrate student performance.
• Analyzes and uses student performance data to inform instruction.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport and communication with students, school personnel and parents.
• Establishes classroom routines and procedures and implements effective classroom management.
• Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
• Works closely with guidance/special education personnel/outside resources to assist students with special needs.
• Integrates technology appropriately to enhance student learning and instructional delivery.
• Remains current and knowledgeable about evidence -based practices related to teaching and learning through the active pursuit of professional development activities.
• Participates in district and school level committees designed to foster continuing improvement and growth.
• Communicates curriculum and student-related information effectively in oral and written form.
• Participates in all meetings (IEP, conferences, etc.).
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
• Hold or eligible for State of Delaware teacher certification in the identified content area
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, methodology of effective teaching
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs
• Skilled in the use of multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

• Preferred: Transcripts to be reviewed/evaluated prior to submission of job application – this should be completed by a Department of Education approved professional organization (details listed in website link below); Please submit review/evaluation with job application submission items
• REQUIRED: When completing and submitting application, make sure you have answered all questions regarding international applicants
• REQUIRED: Review information as listed on State of Delaware's Department of Education DEEDS website regarding Non-U.S. ApplicationCertification, see link below

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• All persons employed by the Appoquinimink School District are required to submit a criminal background check and a tuberculosis test.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide the following: proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of I-9 form, and completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Appoquinimink School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

NONDISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE

The Appoquinimink School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its educational programs, services, and activities for all students and employees. The Appoquinimink School District does not discriminate or retaliate in the hiring, training, assignment, promotion/transfer of employees on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, handicap, or any other characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

EVALUATION

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and the Appoquinimink Education Association, Affiliate of DSEA/NEA.