Special Education Teacher

Sylvania; East Oreland (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Springfield Township is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Learning Support to serve students with disabilities. The role focuses on implementing specially designed instruction, developing IEPs, and coordinating with families and staff to support student achievement.

Qualified candidates hold PA certification in Special Education and a Bachelor's or Master’s in Education. This is a full-time position beginning in August 2026, with opportunities for ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Active PA Special Education PK-12 or PK-8 certification required.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's in Education required.

Responsibilities

• Develop instructional programs and specially designed instruction per IEPs, standards, and district curriculum.
• Provide direct instruction and support to students with disabilities in various settings.
• Maintain IEPs, progress reports, and related documentation in accordance with IDEA and district procedures.
• Assess student progress using formal and informal methods to guide planning and intervention.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, and families regarding student needs.
• Participate in IEP, reevaluation, MTSS, Section 504 and multidisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

PA Special Education PK-12 or PK-8 certification

Bachelor's or Master's in Education

Job description

The School District of Springfield Township (SDST) in Montgomery County, PA borders Philadelphia and is incredibly accessible to surrounding areas by just a short drive. A cornerstone of our district is providing the best free and public education to the students in Springfield Township. We deeply value and respect the employees who are committed to helping us provide an inclusive environment for all students and staff. Members of our team enjoy competitive salaries, great benefits, PTO and more! View more information about our Equity Initiative here.

Qualifications:

Active PA Special Education PK-12 or PK-8 certification is required.

Bachelor\'s and/or Master\'s in Education is required.

Description:

The School District of Springfield Township is seeking candidates who possess excellent interpersonal skills, the desire to work with energetic students, and the ability to relate well within the school community. This position will be a Special EducationTeacher in Learning Support. SDST is committed to diversity in our workplace and welcomes the opportunity to consider all candidates.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements instructional programs and specially designed instruction in accordance with student IEPs, district curriculum, and Pennsylvania academic standards.
• Provides direct instruction, intervention, and support services to students with disabilities in individual, small-group, classroom, and specialized instructional settings, as appropriate.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains IEPs, progress reports, evaluation information, and related special education documentation in accordance with IDEA, Chapter 14, and district procedures.
• Assesses student performance and progress using formal and informal assessment methods to guide instructional planning and intervention.
• Implements accommodations, modifications, assistive technology, and behavioral supports to support student access and participation in the educational environment.
• Collaborates with general education teachers, administrators, related service providers, instructional assistants, counselors, and families regarding student instructional programming and support needs.
• Participates in IEP meetings, reevaluation meetings, manifestation determination meetings, MTSS meetings, Section 504 meetings, and multidisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate.
• Develops and maintains a safe, respectful, structured, and supportive learning environment conducive to student success.
• Supports implementation of Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs), behavioral interventions, and social-emotional learning initiatives, as appropriate.
• Supervises instructional assistants, paraprofessionals, and support staff assigned to students or instructional programs, as applicable.
• Maintains accurate records related to attendance, grades, progress monitoring, behavior documentation, and instructional data.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, administrators, staff, and outside agencies regarding student progress, instructional needs, and educational planning.
• Integrates instructional technology, adaptive supports, and educational resources into instructional programming.
• Supports transition planning, vocational programming, community-based instruction, and independent living skill development, as appropriate to assignment.
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities, including lunch, recess, transitions, field trips, vocational experiences, and school events, as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of student, personnel, medical, and operational information.
• Participates in required meetings, trainings, professional development activities, district initiatives, and school improvement efforts.

This list of responsibilities in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Thecandidatewill be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by thesupervisor of the position.

Terms of employment:

Full-time, contractedposition to be determined in accordance with the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Position to begin August 24, 2026 or as soon as available. Induction training will be the week of August 17th.

If you are an external candidate and you are offered a position with the School District of Springfield Township, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working: State Police Clearance (Act 34), Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), FBI Fingerprints (Act 114), School Health Record - includes physical & tb test, Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) - Arrest/Conviction Report, PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form(s).

To find more information about how to complete these documents go to the district Employment Opportunities website.