Special Education Teacher

Gideon Math & Reading - Warminster; Warminster Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Warminster is hiring dedicated educators to support socially, emotionally, and behaviorally challenged students. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at $55K, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Simple IRA

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education or subject area.
• Current Pennsylvania teaching license in the required content area.

Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual IEP plans for students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Instructional Techniques

Classroom Management

Technology Integration

Education

B.A/B.S degree in teaching

Current Pennsylvania teaching license

Job description

Benefits:

• Simple IRA
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

LOOKING FOR EXTRAORDINARILY PASSIONATE PEOPLE

We are now hiring for the 2025-2026 school year.

$55,000+ Base | Paid Benefits | Safe and Supportive Environment with Positive Reinforcement

Please apply directly on our website at: https://keystonefreedomacademy.org/now-hiring/

JOB SUMMARY: We are interested in recent graduates and experienced educators with a calling to work with socially, emotionally, and behaviorally challenged students in a safe, hands-off environment teaching students strategies to access their academics.

Join a dynamic team of educational professionals who believe in replacing discouragement with hope by creating a structured, systematic, and supportive learning environment free from harm.

Starting Salary - $55K - $100K plus $3,000 merit based bonus

Paid Benefits: Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K/yr), Full Medical Coverage, Dental, Vision, Contribution to Simple IRA (3%), and Merit-Based Bonus Payouts.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

License/Certification:

• PA Special Education Certification (Preferred)
• Emergency Certification (if credentials are met)

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Work Location: In-person at our Warminster, PA or Media, PA locations

Immediate openings with opportunities for additional employment in our after-school and 5-week extended school year summer program.

Functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including the integration of technology.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers, etc.) regarding the needs of students.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education or subject area.
• Current Pennsylvania teaching license in required content area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to effectively an analyze needs and problems objectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as i-pads to individualize instruction.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school and state.
• Knowledge and skills in working with children with ADD and behavior and emotional disabilities.
• Must have proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person