PA Certified_Special Education Learning Support Teacher

First Philadelphia Charter School

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

First Philadelphia Charter School is seeking a Special Education Learning Support Teacher for a full-time position. The role involves developing and providing specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, monitoring progress, and case managing IEPs.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a PA Teaching Certification, demonstrating strong skills in time management, collaboration, and critical thinking. Engaging with families and maintaining compliance with educational standards is essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree is required.
PA Teaching Certification is required.
Experience working with students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction in a small group setting to meet individual needs.
Monitor and assess student progress against goals.
Manage IEP meetings and maintain compliance.

Skills

Time Management

Social Perceptiveness

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Data analysis

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor Degree

PA Teaching Certification

Tools

SIS

Google Suites

Microsoft Office

Special Education Data Management Systems

Job description

American Paradigm Schools

8101 Castor Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19152

Discovering Excellence Through Cultivating Differences

American Paradigm Schools are dedicated to equity and excellence for all learners, while celebrating the uniqueness of our communities. Our values drive our dedication to providing a world class education.

Position: Special Education Learning Support Teacher

Position type: Full Time

Position location (School): Lindley Academy Charter School

Department: Special Education Department

Reports to: Special education Director

Employment status: Exempt

Employment duration: 10 months

Position Summary

A Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Progress monitors and assesses student progress against instructional objectives and individualized goals; Holds title of IEP Case Manager to assigned students; and co-teaches with the general education teacher.

Major Responsibilities

Provides Scientific Research-Based Instruction to students with special needs in a small group setting while using data driven instruction.
Provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities in the general education classroom by co-teaching with the general education teacher.
Progress monitor and assess student progress against instructional objectives and individualized goals.
Case manages assigned students and follows State mandated procedures (Producing invitations, procedural safeguards, IEP draft, NoRep, etc.) while holding annual IEP meetings and other meetings if deemed necessary.
Communicate with parents and IEP team daily, weekly, and monthly while providing updated reports and comments on student progress.
Document any/all communication with families in SIS.
Attending professional developments relevant to the grade level.
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with students and families
Demonstrate active participation in Caring School Community (CSC).
Professional development relevant to grade level and/or content areas(s)
Adherence to compliance dates, assignments (individual or departmental), and due dates.
Active participation in CSC, PBIS, and all other school wide initiatives