K-5 Special Education Teacher - IEP Advocate

Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School (UPK5) seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to serve K‑5 scholars. This role ensures students with disabilities receive equitable access to high‑quality instruction through individualized, compliant, and inclusive programming aligned with each student’s IEP.

The Special Education Teacher serves as both an instructional leader and case manager, collaborating with general education teachers, families, service providers, and school staff to support

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certification (PK-8 or K-12).
• Demonstrated classroom experience in special education settings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of special education principles and practices, IEP development and implementation, and current issues and trends in special education.

Responsibilities

• Identify student learning needs and develop IEP-aligned lesson plans.
• Deliver specially designed instruction using appropriate instructional models.
• Design, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA and state policies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, and service providers.
• Monitor and support behavior through BIPs/FBAs and positive supports.
• Engage families with progress updates and collaborative planning.

Skills

Special Education

Collaboration

Communication

Assessment

Education

PA Special Education Certification PK-8 or K-12

Job description

Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School (UPK5) seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to serve K‑5 scholars. This role ensures students with disabilities receive equitable access to high‑quality instruction through individualized, compliant, and inclusive programming aligned with each student’s IEP.

The Special Education Teacher serves as both an instructional leader and case manager, collaborating with general education teachers, families, service providers, and school staff to support