Special Education Teacher

Care Options for Kids; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral Program

Mentor program

Professional development

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs, adapting lessons for mild to moderate disabilities and teaching core academics. You will foster an inclusive environment that empowers every student to succeed.

The role emphasizes strong collaboration with families and staff, ongoing professional growth, and a commitment to student-centered outcomes. Benefits include health, retirement, PTO, CEUs, and a mentor program.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Special Education Teacher.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with good problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Under pressure

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs, including learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. As a Special Education Teacher, you will adapt general education lessons to meet the needs of students with mild to moderate disabilities while also teaching core academic subjects and foundational skills to students with severe disabilities. You will foster an inclusive learning environment that empowers all students to succeed.

Benefits/Compensation:

• $45/hour-$50/hour
• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Experience/Requirements:

• Experience as a Special Education Teacher
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Education/License/Certification:

• Bachelor of Science from an accredited college/university; Degree in Exceptional Student Education/Special Education preferred

Accepting Applications Through 7/31/2026

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.