Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Bucks IU Business Unit; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefit plan options

PSERS pension plan

Job summary

The Bucks IU is seeking a Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher in Langhorne, PA. The role requires developing and implementing IEPs, collecting data, and collaborating with families, districts, and service providers to support student outcomes.

This full-time, 193-day position emphasizes standards-aligned instruction in on-site settings with no remote work, and offers excellent benefit options including a PSERS pension plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• PA Special Education Certification required or eligible.
• Certification progress and PDE eligibility must be documented.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families and diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction per IEP goals.
• Develop, write, implement IEPs and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with families, school districts, and service providers.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment for students.
• Review safeguards and summarize them for families annually.
• Lead IEP meetings and participate in related evaluations.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Online instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PA Special Education Certification

Master's Degree beneficial

Job description

Job Description - Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher (26000386)

Job Description

Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher - ( 26000386 )

Description

Come work for the Bucks IU! A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative work environment with excellent employee benefit plan options, and a PSERS pension plan.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summ ary:

The Special Education Teacher will provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This position required planning and implementing standards-aligned, evidence-based instruction based on individual student needs and goals. The Special Education Teacher will develop and implement IEPs, collect and analyze student data to monitor progress and inform instruction, and collaborate with families, school districts, related service providers, and other educational professionals to support student growth and educational outcomes. The Special Education Teacher will create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student independence, engagement, and participation in school and community settings. Instruction may be provided in classroom, community, home, virtual, or other educational environments based on program and student needs. This position is not eligible for remote work, telecommuting, or off-site work arrangements.

Core Essential Functions:

Primary duties and responsibilities an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully fulfill the requirements of a position.

• Regular attendance and reliable on-site presence .
• Follow all applicable state and federal special education requirements, including Chapter 14 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as well as applicable Pennsylvania Department of Education guidance and Bureau of Special Education Basic Education Circulars.
• Review procedural safeguards and summarize them for families a minimum of one time per year.
• Complete evaluations (ERs) and re-evaluations (RRs), including all required components and input from team members and families.
• Develop, write, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with student needs, baseline data, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Convene all required meetings related to evaluations and IEPs.
• Gather and record progress monitoring data on all IEP goals as specified by the IEP.
• Review progress monitoring data regularly to determine student progress, acquisition of skills, and the need for changes in instruction.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Serves as team leader for all IEP team members, ensuring all legal mandates are met and IEPs are implemented. As the lead communicator, the Special Education Teacher will ensure all other service providers and team members, including the parent, are updated and informed of student progress and needs.

Physical Demands :

This position requires regular onsite presence and includes a combination of sedentary and active physical duties. Employees are regularly required to sit, communicate effectively, use hands for fine motor tasks, and move throughout the work environment. Frequent activities may include walking, standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and positioning at student level for extended periods of time. Depending on assignment and student needs, employees may also be required to assist with transitions, mobility support, and instructional or daily living activities.

The employee must be able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Certain assignments may require assisting students with mobility or physical support needs that exceed 25 pounds, with appropriate training and support provided in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures.

This position requires active supervision of students across various educational settings and the ability to respond appropriately and efficiently to students, classroom, or safety needs. Responsibilities may include implementing approved crisis intervention techniques, supporting students with diverse educational, behavioral, communication, and personal care needs, and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. Employees may work in environments with elevated noise levels and varying behavioral or emotional support needs.

Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must also be able to hear and interpret sounds within the environment, including student communication, alarms, and other potential safety concerns.

Regular attendance, dependable onsite presence, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on district assignments, program needs, meetings, training, or organizational priorities. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:

Travel is required for this position and may include travel to Bucks IU locations, client sites, constituent school districts, community agencies, professional conferences, trainings, state and regional meetings, and other program-related activities. Travel requirements vary based on operational and program needs.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

Meet the designation of this position by showing evidence of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Master’s Degree beneficial.
• PA Special Education Certification required, or applicants must meet the certification requirements below.

Certification Requirements:

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain the appropriate Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) certification or emergency permit required for the assignment.
• If working under an emergency permit, must demonstrate ongoing progress toward obtaining the required Instructional or Educational Specialist certificate.
• Must meet applicable PDE testing, coursework, program enrollment, and annual credit requirements within established timelines.
• Must provide documentation of certification progress, permit eligibility, or pending certification/licensure as requested by the Bucks IU.
• Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining eligibility for all required PDE certifications, permits, and/or licenses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively across a variety of team members, including parents, and across a variety of mediums including oral, written and virtual.
• Proficiency with in-home and online delivery of education and instructional materials.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable):

Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer:

The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Primary Location

US-PA-Langhorne

Work Locations

Tawanka Elementary School-SA 2055 Brownsville Road Langhorne 19053

Job

School Age Programs-Special Education Teacher, Other Positions