Primary Elementary School Special Education Teacher

Bradford Area School District; Bradford (PA); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bradford Area School District seeks a Teacher - Student Support Services/Special Ed to support students with special needs at George G Blaisdell Elementary School. The role focuses on implementing district curriculum, creating individualized plans, and promoting a safe learning environment.

The ideal candidate will conduct assessments, develop IEPs, coordinate with staff and outside agencies, and actively involve families in the educational process while maintaining accurate records and

Formación

• K-12 Special Education Certification with preference given to those applicants that have additional certification(s). Willingness to obtain additional certifications is required.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Responsabilidades

• Maximize the learning experience by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/outcomes, addressing students' specific needs, and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations to identify learning issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead the development of individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Assist students and staff in implementing IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinate with administrators and staff to determine student needs and to connect families with social work services.
• Provide counseling to students and parents to support growth and behavioral management; act as liaison between home and school.
• Maintain records and share student information with prospective colleges and employers as required.

Conocimientos

Special Education knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data information systems

Knowledge of laws in education

Computer literacy

Record-keeping

Communication with students and ouders

Educación

Bachelor's degree in education

Masters Degree in Special Education, preferred

Descripción del empleo

• Position Type:
  Teacher - Student Support Services/ Special Ed
  


• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026
  


• Location:
  George G Blaisdell Elementary School
  


• Date Available:
  12/10/2026
  


• Closing Date:
  11/13/2026
  

Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Director of Special Education, the teacher will be expected tomaximize the learning experience of students with special needs in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Functions

(This is just a summary of skills and requirements for the position. For full details, please see the "Teacher" job description which can be foundunder the Human Resource tab of the district webpage.)

- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.

- Leads the process ofdeveloping appropriate, goal oriented Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.

- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.

- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.

- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.

- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.

- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.

- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.

- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Temperament

- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.

- Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.

- Able to make judgments and work under high levels of stress in a rational, calm, and equitable manner.

- Ability to get along well with staff, students, and the public.

- Exhibits a positive attitude toward the position, i.e., follows established procedures in the performance of his/her duties.

- Understands the importance of a pleasant, efficient response to all public inquiries and telephone calls, ensuring the accurate dissemination of that information to the proper District personnel.

- Performs in an efficient, yet pleasant manner, managing both time and assigned tasks.

- Exhibits a "team" sense of both operation and cooperation with management and staff members.

Additional Duties

- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.

- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

- Ability to organize and coordinate work.

- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

- Preference will be given to those with verbal behavior training.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

- Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License

- K-12 Special Education Certification with preference given to those applicants that have additional certification(s).Willingness to obtain additional certifications is required.

- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

- Masters Degree in Special Education, preferred.

Experience

- Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Postings current as of 11/2/2026 12:43:16 AM CST.

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