Special Ed Teacher - LS

Kennett Consolidated School District; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

State pension

Job summary

Kennet Consolidated School District in Pennsylvania seeks a dynamic Special Education teacher to nurture and empower students in a student-centered program. The role includes instructional and caseload duties plus co-teaching with general education teammates.

Applicants with at least three Spanish college courses or conversational Spanish are encouraged to apply, along with current clearances and a PA Special Education Certificate (K-12).

Qualifications

• PA Special Education Certificate (K-12) is required.
• Spanish coursework (3+ courses) or conversational Spanish encouraged.
• Experience with co-teaching with general education teachers.
• Must meet current clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151, 168) and adhere to PA/IDEA laws.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach with general education teachers.
• Supervise and monitor paraprofessionals and classroom staff.
• Ensure compliance with PA and federal IDEA regulations.

Skills

Spanish language

Bilingual capability

Student-centered approach

Education

PA Special Education Certificate (K-12)

Job description

Kennett Consolidated School District is seeking a dynamic teacher who will nurture, prepare, and empower ALL students and staff to succeed in their academic, social, and emotional journey. The ideal candidate is an engaging, creative, patient, teacher to work in our special eduction program. Ateacher who exhibits a belief in the importance of relationships and resiliency through a student-centered approach will be able to successfully support the district’s mission and vision.

Kennett's uniquely diverse student population makes applicants considered to be fluent or bilingual highly sought. Applicants with at least three (3) Spanish courses at the college/university level or who have a command of conversational Spanish are encouraged to apply.

The special education teacher has not only instructional and caseload responsibilities, but will also be expected to co-teach wih their general ed counterparts and to appropriately supervise and monitor the other adults in the classroom (paraprofessionals, 1:1 PCAs, Behavioral Supports, Transition Coordinators, etc.)

Understanding and adherence to all PA and Federal laws surrounding IDEA are critical to the success of this candidate.

Interested applicants must have a valid, active PA Special Education Certificate (K-12), in addition amathmatics certification( 6-9 or 7-12) is preferred as well as current clearances, Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168.

Excellent medical benefitsand state pension.

District has the right to screen, interview, and hire candidates prior to the closing date of the posting.