Impactful Special Education Teacher - Learning Support

Downingtown-Area-School-District; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Induction program

Professional development days

Job summary

Downingtown Area School District in Downingtown, PA, is seeking a certified Secondary Special Education - Learning Support teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The full-time position at Downingtown High School West emphasizes IEP-driven instruction, collaboration with regular education staff, and dependable program coordination.

Responsibilities include developing individualized plans, data-based progress monitoring, MDT participation, and delivering inclusive instruction aligned with district

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with PA certification for the position.
• PA Special Education certification PK-8 or 7-12 or PK-12.
• Must meet federal and state background clearance requirements.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of technology for instruction and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction and support to special education students per IEP.
• Develops lesson plans addressing individual student needs.
• Collaborates with regular education staff, pupil services, and outside agencies.
• Coordinates services for caseload; prepares essential documents (IEP, NOR EP, evaluations).
• Monitors progress with data and communicates results.
• Participates in MDT and IEP meetings; provides staff development on needs.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Development

Classroom Management

Technology Proficiency

Collaboration

Education

PA Special Education certification PK-8 or 7-12 or PK-12

Tools

Technology Tools

Job description

Downingtown Area School District in Downingtown, PA, is seeking a certified Secondary Special Education - Learning Support teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The full-time position at Downingtown High School West emphasizes IEP-driven instruction, collaboration with regular education staff, and dependable program coordination.

Responsibilities include developing individualized plans, data-based progress monitoring, MDT participation, and delivering inclusive instruction aligned with district