Secondary Reading SPED Teacher — Long-Term Substitute

Downingtown Area School District; New Jersey; On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Induction program

Retirement benefits

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Downingtown Area School District in Downingtown, PA, seeks a certified secondary Reading Special Education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This long-term substitute position begins approx. 11/9/2026 and lasts through the end of the school year, located at Downingtown Middle School.

The district emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and collaborative instruction, with benefits, induction support for new teachers, and opportunities to contribute to student learning.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold PA Special Education certification (PK-8 or 7-12 or PK-12).
• PA Reading Specialist certification (PK-12) required.
• Must meet clearance and background check requirements.
• Proficient with technology for instruction and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support to special education students per IEP.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials addressing individual needs.
• Coordinate with regular education and related staff to support student programs.
• Maintain essential documentation and timelines for caseload management.
• Monitor student progress and collect data for IEP updates.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Education

PA Special Education PK-8/7-12 or PK-12

PA Reading Specialist PK-12

Job description

Downingtown Area School District in Downingtown, PA, seeks a certified secondary Reading Special Education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This long-term substitute position begins approx. 11/9/2026 and lasts through the end of the school year, located at Downingtown Middle School.

The district emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and collaborative instruction, with benefits, induction support for new teachers, and opportunities to contribute to student learning.