Secondary Special Education Teacher - Learning Support

Downingtown Area School District; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Prescription coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Downingtown Area School District is seeking a certified Secondary Special Education – Learning Support teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Downingtown High School West. This full-time level position supports students with IEPs in a collaborative setting within a comprehensive high school.

The role requires PA Special Education certification (PK-8/7-12 or PK-12). The teacher will align with district curriculum, coordinate with staff, and participate in MDT/IEP processes while maintaining

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position
• PA Special Education certification - PK-8 or 7-12 (depending upon assignment) or PK-12 required
• Must comply with background and clearances as required by state and district

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support to special education students per IEP
• Develop lesson plans addressing individual student needs
• Coordinate with regular education staff and related services to support student programs
• Manage caseload documentation and essential records (IEP, NOREP, evaluations, progress reports)
• Monitor student progress and collect ESY data for eligibility
• Lead and participate in IEP meetings and MDT discussions
• Deliver staff development on disability-related needs and interventions
• Adhere to district policies, professional and legal standards

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

PA Special Education cert PK-12

Tools

Technology in classroom

Job description

Downingtown Area School District is seeking a certified Secondary Special Education – Learning Support teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Downingtown High School West. This full-time level position supports students with IEPs in a collaborative setting within a comprehensive high school.

The role requires PA Special Education certification (PK-8/7-12 or PK-12). The teacher will align with district curriculum, coordinate with staff, and participate in MDT/IEP processes while maintaining