PreK Special Education Coach & PD Leader

The School District of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Philadelphia seeks an Instructional Specialist, Special Education (Pre-Kindergarten) to collaborate with schools, teachers and staff to implement Pennsylvania's Early Learning Standards and the district's core curriculum for Pre-K.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, professional development, classroom assessments, and strategies to support students with special education needs, including collaboration with therapists and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of full-time, paid, professional prekindergarten classroom or site-based teaching experience including supporting teachers in improving instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist schools and teachers with special education students to implement Pre-K core curriculum and Early Learning Standards.
• Provide professional development and instructional support to teachers and schools.
• Plan and deliver strategies to improve student achievement through data-driven instruction.
• Support early intervention processes and collaborate with therapists, families, and staff.
• Visit schools and partner sites to improve instructional and assessment practices for special education students.

Skills

Special Education

Data analysis

Curriculum implementation

Professional development

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree program

Tools

SchoolNet

PELlCAN

Job description

The School District of Philadelphia seeks an Instructional Specialist, Special Education (Pre-Kindergarten) to collaborate with schools, teachers and staff to implement Pennsylvania's Early Learning Standards and the district's core curriculum for Pre-K.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, professional development, classroom assessments, and strategies to support students with special education needs, including collaboration with therapists and families.