Secondary Special Education Teacher

Sylvania; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Camp Hill School District is seeking a Secondary Special Education Teacher to support students with developmental delays. The successful candidate must hold a valid PA Teaching Certificate and Special Education K-12 certification./p>

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans aligned with IEP goals, evaluating student progress, and maintaining effective communication with parents and staff. Join Sylvania's dedicated team in creating inclusive learning environments for all students.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PA Special Education K-12 certification.
• Clearances for Act 34, 114, 151 are necessary.
• Ability to lift and carry supplies up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support students with developmental delays.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with IEP goals.
• Evaluate children's progress and maintain records.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.

Skills

Special Education K-12 certification

Behavior intervention strategies

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Effective communication

Education

Valid PA Teaching Certificate

Act 34, 114, 151 clearances

Job description

The Camp Hill School District is seeking candidates for an available Secondary Special Education Teacher at the Middle School/High School. Special Education K-12 certification or eligibility for emergency certification is required.

Job Summary

Supporting students with developmental delays in gaining functional academic, social, and independent living skills.

Essential Functions

• Work cooperatively with the principal, subject supervisors and other staff members to develop an integrated educational program for children.
• Assess the attitudes, skills and abilities of children for effective teaching and learning each marking period as well as on an annual basis.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals in areas such as functional academics, communication, daily living skills, social skills, and vocational and community-based instruction.
• Appropriately integrate technology into the teaching learning process to support student access to curriculum and communication.
• Evaluate children's progress as a basis for planning and reporting to parents.
• Complete and record students' progress and attendance on appropriate records or documents.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies in alignment with Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSPs), when applicable.
• Facilitate transition planning for post-secondary goals, including job skills and community integration
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws and district policies.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment of respect and rapport that reflects effective teaching and learning practices, adheres to the established master time schedule and facilitates school safety.
• Establish and maintain a culture for learning with classroom discipline procedures that follow and enforce district rules, regulations and expectations.
• To provide individual, group and classroom instruction, special education and/or applicable related services in a manner that is consistent with accepted professional standards, is understandable to assigned student, and is in accordance with the required curriculum and/or any applicable Individualized Education Program (I.E.P.).
• Develop a systematic grading procedure according to the procedures of the school district and maintain accurate, frequent, and thorough documentation of academic achievement and general progress for each student.
• Use class preparation time for professional activities such as creating and revising instructional materials, adjusting or designing lessons or units, examining and reflecting on student work, collaboratively planning with other professionals or parents for student instruction, curriculum and /or assessment development, or professional reading.
• Assist in the process of reviewing and selecting books, equipment, instructional materials and technological/digital resources.
• Maintain frequent and effective parent communication patterns, using a variety of approaches to interpret or share information on school programs, student progress, classroom expectations, and general educational matters.
• Participate in internal and external professional education opportunities to enhance professional competence.
• Report and maintain student attendance as required.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings designated by the superintendent, principal, supervisor, or department chairperson.
• Participate in committees, activities, and events beyond the classroom that support the total school program.
• Promote and utilize a proactive, positive, and constructive approach in dealing with conflict.
• Comply and be familiar with all students’ IEPs, Service Plans, action plans, or other administratively approved adaptations and appropriately accommodate disabilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain active teacher certification.
• Be responsible for conduct of students assigned and for assuming authority over the students in such areas as corridors and assemblies.
• Advise administration as promptly as possible prior to being absent from school.

Qualifications

• Valid PA Teaching Certificate, PA Special Education K-12 certification required.
• Act 34, 114, 151 clearances and Act 168 Release forms, I-9 form, TB test results and pre-employment physical form.

Physical Requirements

Ability to reach above and below waist. Some stooping, bending and twisting of the body required. Ability to lift and/or carry supplies up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk and move about the classroom for extended periods of time (up to six (6) hours. Visual and sensory acuity required.

Reasonable accommodations under Physical Requirements will be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).