Pennwood Cyber Charter School - Special Education Teacher (Full Time/Life Skills) (25/26 SY)

Connections Academy; York (York County); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Connections Academy seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide tailored instruction for K–12 students in a fully virtual setting. This role requires managing IEPs, engaging with families, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and student success across diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania PK-12 Special Education certification required.
• Clear background checks including Child Abuse History Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect instruction to assigned students.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs tailored to individual student needs.
• Track student progress and prepare report cards.

Skills

Customer-Centric

Strong Communicator

Collaborative Mindset

Accountable and Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field

Pennsylvania PK-12 Special Education certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Pennwood Cyber Charter School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide specially designed instruction to K–12 students in a fully virtual environment. Based from a home office in Pennsylvania, this position focuses on supporting students who require full-time special education services through the Life Skills Support Program, emphasizing functional academics, adaptive behavior, and independent living skills. The teacher will be responsible for managing a caseload of students, designing and delivering engaging, evidence-based virtual lessons, participating in all phases of the IEP process, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure student success and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect instruction to assigned students using virtual platforms
  
  
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs tailored to individual student needs
  
  
• Track progress, prepare report cards, and conduct parent conferences
  
  
• Maintain regular communication with families, service providers, and school staff
  
  
• Organize and lead IEP meetings in a virtual setting
  
  
• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team and advise on academic and behavioral strategies
  
  
• Coordinate related services as outlined in student IEPs
  
  
• Maintain accurate records in the school’s LMS and special education tracking systems
  
  
• Assist with administration of state assessments and implement required accommodations
  
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  
  

Capabilities

• Customer-Centric: Demonstrates a strong commitment to student and family engagement; builds positive relationships to enhance educational experiences
  
  
• Strong Communicator: Articulate in both written and verbal communication; effective public speaker
  
  
• Collaborative Mindset: Works well in cross-functional teams and adapts easily to change; fosters trust and problem-solving
  
  
• Accountable and Proactive: Takes initiative, follows through on responsibilities, and contributes to a results-oriented culture
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field
  
  
• Valid Pennsylvania PK-12 Special Education certification
• Clear background checks, including Child Abuse History Clearance
  
  
• Knowledge of IDEA and experience with special education compliance and documentation
  
  
• Preferred: Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and implementing evidence-based interventions
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
  
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  
  
• Effective in remote work environments
  
  
• Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing, testing, or school events (may require overnight stays)
  
  
• Note: All employees must set up two-factor authentication to access school systems if hired

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