Learning Support Teacher

YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT; York (York County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Learning Support Teacher to develop and implement educational programs for students in the Learning Support program. Responsibilities include creating individual education plans, coordinating instructional strategies, and collaborating with the clinical support team and parents. Applicants must hold a valid Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate and possess skills in behavioral interventions and inclusive education. The position emphasizes professional growth and alignment with district standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience in developing individual education plans for students.
• Ability to adapt instructional materials for diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective educational programs for students.
• Coordinate individual academic and behavior programming.
• Participate in clinical team meetings and parent meetings.

Skills

Collaboration with clinical support team

Individual education plan development

Behavioral intervention strategies

Education

Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate

Level II Instructional Certification

Job description

Position Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certificate Required; and Highly Qualified in Mid-Level Core Subjects preferred
• Level II Instructional Certification preferred
• Act 34 Clearance, Act 151 Clearance, FBI Clearance (self-paid)
• Drug Screening (self-paid)
• Act 126 & Act 71 Certifications

Major Job Goal

The Learning Support Teacher will develop and implement an effective educational program for the students assigned to the Learning Support program. The learning support teacher will work collaboratively with the clinical support team. You will develop individual education plans for students on your caseload and collaborate with students and families to maximize student success.

Performance Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and coordination of individual academic, behavior, and social programming
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Complete all necessary special education documents as mandated by chapter 14 such as ACCESS, ER/ RR, IEP, NOREP, etc.
• Determine student progress by collecting and monitoring student data
• Assist classroom teachers with instructional strategies to facilitate inclusion
• Participate and assist with clinical team meetings
• Coordinate and facilitate parent meetings
• Maintain professional competence by participating in district professional development and self-selected professional growth activities
• Understand and implement behavioral interventions
• Understand and complete functional behavior assessments and positive behavior support plans
• Perform all other duties assigned by the district and building principal