Hospital-Based Special Education Teacher (K-12)

Nemours in; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Delaware is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support the Hospital School Program. The role involves educating hospitalized children (K-12) within inpatient and outpatient units, following IEPs when applicable, and coordinating with families and schools.

The position runs 8:00–4:30, Monday–Friday, for 12 months, with responsibilities including developing individualized plans, adapting teaching methods, and documenting outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education is required.
• Delaware Teaching License and Certification in Special Education are required.
• Preferred Specialty certifications in related field are desirable.
• A minimum of 3 years in management within a pediatric population is desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and document individualized education plans for hospitalized children.
• Assess how each student learns best and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
• Develop creative teaching activities based on assessments and home district information.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic educational and cognitive tests if applicable.
• Collaborate with hospital staff, parents, and school professionals to plan post-discharge services.
• Participate in planning and development of IEPs as applicable.
• Document services in Medical Records and maintain teaching statistics for reports.
• Supervise volunteers in the school program.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education, or related instructional field of study

Delaware Teaching License

Certification in Special Education

Specialty certifications in field of study (e.g., foreign language, math, traumatic brain injury)

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Delaware is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support the Hospital School Program. The role involves educating hospitalized children (K-12) within inpatient and outpatient units, following IEPs when applicable, and coordinating with families and schools.

The position runs 8:00–4:30, Monday–Friday, for 12 months, with responsibilities including developing individualized plans, adapting teaching methods, and documenting outcomes.