K-8 Special Education Teacher - IEP Specialist

Southeast Delco School District; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 54,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Pennsylvania seeks Special Education Teachers for the upcoming school year. The ideal candidates will support the development of individualized education plans, deliver appropriate lessons, and collaborate with parents and educational staff. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a valid Pennsylvania certification. The position offers a compensation range from $54,000 to $104,000 depending on experience and placement. A commitment to inclusion and high professional standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Must have Valid Pennsylvania Certification: Special Education K-8 or K-12.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support according to IEPs.
• Develop individualized lesson plans.
• Work collaboratively with staff to support students.

Skills

Positive attitude toward teaching

Effective communication skills

Classroom management

Technology proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree from accredited college

Valid Pennsylvania Certification: Special Education K-8 or K-12

Job description

Southeast Delco School District

Special Education Teachers (10 new positions for the 2026-2027 SY)

Exact Location TBD- Will be in Grades 1-8 building

Reports to:Building Principal

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will support the District's mission and vision and have the primary responsibility to plan and deiver developmentally appropriate lessons that meet state-mandated standards. Each teacher will also communicate regularly and effectively with students/parents. They create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The Special Education Teacher collaborates with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Southeast Delco School District will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides instruction and support to special education students in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students’ individual needs.
• Works cooperatively with district staff, including regular education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service staff, and when appropriate, outside agencies to coordinate student’s program and provide appropriate level of support.
• Coordinates services for students on caseload by being the case manager and preparing all essential documents and other documents, adhering to timelines. Essential documents include but are not limited to permissions for evaluations, evaluation and reevaluation reports, Invitations to Participate, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP), progress reports and more.
• Collects and effectively communicates data and provides ongoing progress monitoring for students on their caseload.
• Collects and documents ESY-Extended School Year data to determine eligibility.
• Participates actively as part of the Multidisciplinary team and facilitates IEP meetings.
• Provides staff development to professional staff and support staff on particular needs of students on caseload in regards to characteristics of a disability, interventions, strategies, teaching methodologies, and modifications as needed.
• Prepares Positive Behavior Support Plans when necessary.
• Participates in Interagency meetings when necessary.
• Attends scheduled Special Education Department meetings and professional development.
• Develops and implements Crisis Plan & Approved Crisis, Prevention & Intervention Techniques during crisis situations
• Adheres to district policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.

RequiredSkills & Abilities:

• Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university required
• Valid Pennsylvania Certification: Special Education K-8, Special Education K-12, or a confirmed pathway to certification
• 2+ years teaching desired

Pre-employment Requirements:

• Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check, FBI fingerprinting Background Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (ACT 168)
• School Personnel Health Record and TB test

Physical Requirements:

• Pushing, moving and lifting objects with a strength factor of light work
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of standard office equipment
• Clarity of vision at varying distances
• Verbal, auditory and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
• Sitting and standing for extended periods of time
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies
• Occasional kneeling, crouching and squatting
• Occasional bending, reaching and stretching
• Occasional pulling, pushing

Level of Compensation:$54,000 - $104,000(dependent on Step and Track placement as deterined based on collective bargaining agreements)

Disclaimer:

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the scope of responsibility, and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

The Southeast Delco School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.