Special Education Inclusion Specialist - Contract Vacancy

Applitrack; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Lebanon School District is seeking applicants for the position of Special Education Inclusion Specialist. This is a full-time, on-site, contract position with start date to be determined based on availability.

The Inclusion Specialist supports student outcomes district-wide by providing consultation, coaching, and support to educators. Collaboration with school personnel, families, and partners facilitates transitions from Kindergarten through post-secondary experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• PA Department of Education approved certification preparation program.
• Active PDE certification in Special Education, School Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Board certification as a Behavior Analyst helpful.
• Applicants with PDE certification pending may be considered with evidence of completion and passing scores.
• Entry onto the salary schedule is capped at Step 4 for prior K-12 teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide district-wide consultation, coaching, and support to educators.
• Collaborate with school personnel, community partners, and parents/guardians to facilitate transitions from Kindergarten through post-secondary experiences.
• Support a caseload of students with disabilities in approved private schools or alternative placements.
• Serve as Local Education Agency representative as required.

Skills

Consultation

Coaching

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA PDE certification program

PDE certification (Special Education/School Psychology/Social Work)

Board certification (Behavior Analyst) helpful

Job description

Special Education Inclusion Specialist - Contract Vacancy JobID: 2878

• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
  


• Closing Date:
  10/09/2026 at 4:00 PM
  

The Mt. Lebanon School District is seeking applicants for the position of Special Education Inclusion Specialist.
This is an immediate need for a full-time, on-site, contract (permanent) position. The start date will be to be determined based on the new hire's availability.

Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, the Inclusion Specialist operates in a district-wide capacity to support student outcomes by providing consultation, coaching, and support to educators. The Inclusion Specialist works collaboratively with school personnel, community partners, and parents/guardians to facilitate transition experiences for incoming Kindergarten students through post-secondary education and experiences. This role supports a caseload of students with disabilities who are receiving their education in approved private schools or other alternative educational placements, oftentimes serving as the Local Education Agency representative.
Please see attached job description for a comprehensive list of qualifications, duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and completion of a PA Department of Education approved certification preparation program

Active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in Special Education, School Psychology, Social Work, or related field.

Board certification as a Behavior Analyst helpful

*Applicants with pending certifications through the PA Department of Education may be considered with appropriate evidence of completion of a PDE approved certification preparation program and evidence of passing scores on certification examinations.

Please note that entry onto the salary schedule is capped at Step 4 for individuals with prior K-12 teaching experience.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, October 9, 2026 promptly at 4:00 PM

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for employment, the following clearances must be furnished and approved for hire at time of job offer:

• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)


• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (Act 34)


• FBI Federal Criminal History Record (Act 114)

The following additional trainings and forms are required upon hire:

• Act 126 Child/Student Abuse Recognition and Reporting


• Arrest or Conviction Form (PDE 6004) (Act 24)


• School Personnel Health Record (Physical with TB Test)


• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Information (Act 168)

Mt. Lebanon School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer