Middle School Special Education Teacher

Pavcsk12; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); Remote; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading virtual charter school seeks a full-time teacher responsible for delivering quality education to students in a remote learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification, have experience in teaching, particularly with special education students, and be skilled in using various educational technologies. Responsibilities include designing instructional programs, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with families to support diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Experience with special education regulations and laws.
• Prior teaching experience required; online experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop academic strategies aligned with state standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instructional strategies tailored for student needs.
• Administer assessments and monitor student progress regularly.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to enhance student learning.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Computer and technology skills

Education

Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

PA Virtual software

Blackboard

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School

Special Education (5-8) Certification Required

Department: Regular Instruction (K-4, 5-8, 9-12), Special Instruction (K-4, 5-8, 9-12), Academic Support (K-4, 5-8, 9-12, ELL), Substitute (K-4, 5-8, 9-12) or Orientation
Reports To: Program Principal or Director
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Work Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Type: Salaried
Union: Yes

25-26SY Full-Time Salary Scale:

• Bachelor’s Degree: $48,150
• Master’s Degree: $51,150 (proof as in an Official Transcript is required)
• Master’s +15: $52,650 (proof as in an Official Transcript is required)

Position Summary:
The teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary virtual learning environment that encourages students to develop and fulfill their full academic potential, per the school’s vision and mission. An appropriate instructional program includes academic instruction aligned to state standards and proper interventions to improve student learning. Work is performed under the supervision of the academic program principal.

Essential Responsibilities:
Onboarding

• Administer and review placement and benchmark assessment tests as necessary
• Orient incoming students and learning coaches/parents and provide ongoing trainings as necessary

Department: Regular Instruction (K-4, 5-8, 9-12), Special Instruction (K-4, 5-8, 9-12), Academic Support (K-4, 5-8, 9-12, ELL), Substitute (K-4, 5-8, 9-12) or Orientation
Reports To: Program Principal or Director
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Work Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Type: Salaried
Union: Yes

25-26SY Full-Time Salary Scale:

• Bachelor’s Degree: $48,150
• Master’s Degree: $51,150 (proof as in an Official Transcript is required)
• Master’s +15: $52,650 (proof as in an Official Transcript is required)

Position Summary:
The teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary virtual learning environment that encourages students to develop and fulfill their full academic potential, per the school’s vision and mission. An appropriate instructional program includes academic instruction aligned to state standards and proper interventions to improve student learning. Work is performed under the supervision of the academic program principal.

Essential Responsibilities:
Onboarding

• Administer and review placement and benchmark assessment tests as necessary
• Orient incoming students and learning coaches/parents and provide ongoing trainings as necessary

Instructional Strategies

• Design, deliver, monitor, and collaborate in developing pedagogy, academic goals, and instructional strategies for students that align with state standards, using synchronous and asynchronous modes of instruction, as required
• Develop language acquisition support plans for ELL students and work with teacher peer(s) to implement plans, as required
• Offer resources to students and parents to support varied learners utilizing the School’s curriculum and supplemental materials
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, including whole group, co-teaching, small group, and individual learning
• Incorporate literacy strategies and writing in all lessons per the PA Virtual Writing Framework, as appropriate
• Conduct conferences via an electronic medium with each student and/or learning coach to set academic goals, discuss instructional plans and strategies, and monitor each student's progress
• Create and maintain a virtual classroom
• Collect, assess, and provide feedback for all assignments
• Develop, implement, update and review personal learning plans for all students; include recording yearly academic achievement goals, external assessment scores, conference notes, and parent contact
• Review qualitative and quantitative data to inform teaching and learning

Monitoring and Compliance

• Monitor student attendance regularly
• Monitor and document student progress and mastery of skills
• Ensure grades are up-to-date and record semester-end progress monitoring activities as necessary
• Monitor and implement students’ IEP goals
• Document and contact non-compliant/truant families/students
• Administer academic achievement and language proficiency tests to determine placement and progress (WIDA, Study Island, PSSA, Keystone, etc.)
• Proctor, state testing, as needed

Collaboration

• Participate in school-wide outings (4 per year); unless actively supporting the onboarding program
• Collaborate with administrators, colleagues, and learning coaches as necessary
• Participate in special education meetings when scheduled (RTI, MDE, IEP, etc.)
• Prepare for and participate in team meetings, as required (Ex: DTM, RTII, Small Learning Community, etc.)
• Participate in meetings with Principal/Supervisor (Ex: Test Preparation summaries, data review, lesson plan review, etc.)
• Collaborate, as necessary, to improve student outcomes by implementing appropriate educational and behavioral strategies

Communication

• Respond to e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.)
• Serve as the point of contact for academic inquiries or escalations
• Maintain cooperative and collaborative partnerships with families and students
• Send email or invitation reminders to parents/students as required, not limited to class assignments, conferences, etc.
• Communicate regularly and escalate as appropriate to the Principal/Supervisor
• Conduct conferences via an electronic medium with each student and/or learning coach to set academic goals, discuss instructional plans and strategies, and monitor each student's progress.
• Schedule and hold virtual office hours

Professional Learning

• Participate in Professional Learning sessions or trainings as assigned (New teacher training/induction, August PD, team /program/department PD, etc.)
• Participate in performance assessment and observational meetings with Supervisor
• Participate in required state assessment trainings annually

Travel Requirements
(Certain travel events may require overnight accommodations)

• State assessment proctoring assignments, as needed
• Face-to-Face professional learning/development sessions
• Graduation ceremony annually
• Other school-wide events as necessary
• Home visits as necessary
• Face-to-Face performance assessment meeting(s), as needed, annually
• School-Wide Outings; can attend additional outings at teacher discretion.
• Other travel as required within regular work day with advanced notice and following proper security protocols (i.e., providing instruction in a student’s home)

Non-Essential Responsibilities:

• Other duties, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

Education, Certifications, Experience:

• Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification
• Prior teaching experience required; online experience a plus
• Prior working knowledge of PA Virtual software, systems, policies, and procedures a plus (not required)

Other Eligibility Requirements/Qualifications:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule during certain seasons; as necessary and per the CBA
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Possess demonstrated proficiency in computer and technology skills, including managing files, recording data, and reporting grades electronically
• Knowledge of:
  • PA Common Core Standards
  • Danielson Teacher Effectiveness Framework
  • Special education regulations and laws
  • K12 Inc. online school
  • Blackboard, Sapphire, and any additional systems at PA Virtual
  • Compass Learning Odyssey
  • Diagnostic summative and formative assessments
  • State assessments and tools
  • Distributive Team Meeting protocol

Postings current as of 6/18/2025 12:36:25 PM CST.

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