Long Term Substitute-Special Education Teacher

Strath Haven Middle School; Nether Providence Township (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Prescription, Vision, and 1&D

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Strath Haven Middle School in Nether Providence Township, PA, seeks a Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher to plan, prepare, and deliver instruction tailored to identified student needs. Under supervision, you will collaborate with the principal and staff to support students in multiple environments.

The ideal candidate will hold a PA Special Education certificate (PK-12 preferred or SPED K-8), have strong communication skills, and be able to provide inclusive, supportive instruction.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania Special Education certificate PK-12 (preferred) or Special Ed K-8.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to students based on identified needs.
• Differentiate instruction using appropriate pedagogical practices and instructional technology.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and progress to improve outcomes.
• Serve as case manager; facilitate IEP meetings; coordinate communication with families and staff.
• Coordinate daily communication with general education teachers, classroom staff, consultants and service providers.

Skills

Communication with students, parents,

Relating to students

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

PA Special Education certificate PK-12 or SPED K-8

Job description

Long Term Substitute-Special Education Teacher

Wallingford-Swarthmore Strath Haven Middle School - Nether Providence Township, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Long Term Substitute

Special Education Teacher

Strath Haven Middle School

Effective November 2, 2026

Wallingford-Swarthmore School District believes in all students. We understand all students can succeed and it is our responsibility to provide appropriate supports to all students to be their best selves. In this role, we are seeking individuals who share the belief that all students can succeed and that all students deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

Under the supervision of the Principal, the successful candidateworks to plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to students based on their identified needs in a variety of environments. A teacher who is kind, compassionate, energetic, and enthusiastic will find Wallingford-Swarthmore to be a great professional haven.

Responsibilities

• Promote the physical and cognitive development ofall children.
• Provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children with special services needs who have been evaluated and identified as having specific learning needs.
• Facilitate active learning while usingrelevant pedagogical practices and instructional technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Provide opportunities to stretch and grow students while providing appropriate challenge and support.
• Observe and evaluate student performance outcomes; monitor the progress of students’ academic growth and development for the purposes of improving instructional outcomes.
• Observe and record specific behavioral data and target individual goals and objectives in routine activities.
• Serve as a case manager; facilitate IEP meetings; coordinate communication between families and staff. Encourage parent communication and involvement in all aspects of the program.
• Adapt and modifyclasswork, homework, tests, assignments, and projects; provide appropriate and timely feedback to staff and students.
• Supervise and coordinate other adults supporting students in the classroom environment.
• Coordinate daily communication and collaboration with general education teachers, classroom staff, consultants and service providers.
• Contribute to content-based, cross-discipline, and/or student-based teams as a collaborative team member

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Certificate PK-12 (preferred) or Special Edudcation K-8
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Prior experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Prescription, Vision, and Dental benefits

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Prescription, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Paid Sick Leave

District retains the right to screen, interview, and offer employment to candidates prior to the closing date of this posting.

Employment Statement

Employment in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is non-discriminatory. That is, there is no discrimination in recruitment, employment, or promotion on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical handicap, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, or age.

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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