High School Special Education Teacher | Empower Student Growth

Blast Intermediate Unit 17; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Blast Intermediate Unit 17 seeks an educator to plan instruction and adapt the educational program to ensure students receive a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment. The role involves delivering instruction in special education, developing curriculum, and monitoring progress to support individual student goals.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, maintaining a safe classroom, communicating with families, and documenting records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education with K-12 special education endorsement.
• Pennsylvania teaching certificate (Inst. I or II) for K-12 special education.
• QBS-Safety Care or equivalent de-escalation/physical intervention training.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Instruct individuals and groups in special education skill areas.
• Plans curriculum and lessons using research-based programs and teaching methods.
• Evaluates student achievement based on progress monitoring techniques and observation.
• Implements behavior support plans for individual students, when needed.
• Monitors students' adaptive/behavioral progress when appropriate.
• Maintains the physical environment of the classroom.
• Maintains contact with parents of students.
• Adheres to the home school and district’s procedures for safety and discipline.
• Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP forms, classroom observation records, and classroom attendance data.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and physical interventions, in accordance with safety care certification competencies, to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
• Maintain a valid state driver’s license and ability to drive without advanced notice

Skills

Special education

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

K-12 Special Education endorsement (PA)

QBS-Safety Care certificate(s)

Valid state driver's license

Job description

Blast Intermediate Unit 17 seeks an educator to plan instruction and adapt the educational program to ensure students receive a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment. The role involves delivering instruction in special education, developing curriculum, and monitoring progress to support individual student goals.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, maintaining a safe classroom, communicating with families, and documenting records.