Special Education Teacher – 2025 – 2026 School Year

New Story; Cressona (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves developing individualized education plans (IEPs), collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing tailored instruction to empower students with special needs. The school offers a supportive environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join a mission-driven team that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of students. If you're passionate about education and committed to fostering growth in every child, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid School Breaks

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Active PA teaching certification required for this role.
• Bachelor's degree and special education credits may qualify for temporary certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs and instructional strategies for students.
• Collaborate with teams and families to support student progress.
• Maintain classroom organization and implement behavior strategies.

Skills

IEP Development

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Behavior Management

Assessment

Education

PA Teaching Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher – 2025 – 2026 School Year

Job Title: Special Education Teacher – 2025 – 2026 School Year

Location: Cressona, PA 17929

Join River Rock Academy, a Pennsylvania Department of Education Approved Licensed Academic School and Private Provider, dedicated to empowering students in Grades 1-12 through transformative educational services. Our programs for Elementary, Secondary Special Education, and Alternative Education offer specialized instruction, test preparation, counseling, and social skills development. With individualized transition plans and a focus on stability and personal growth, we celebrate student success and foster an environment of trust and support, helping each student reach their full potential.

Why Join Us?

• Weekday Schedule: Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off: Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks: Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team: Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
• Make an Impact: Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.

Your Role as a Special Education Teacher:

• IEP Development & Instruction: Contribute to the development and implementation of IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to students’ individual needs and goals.
• Documentation & Reporting: Submit required documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation reports, in a timely manner.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work with multidisciplinary teams, parents, and staff to provide appropriate services and support student progress.
• Classroom Management & Behavior Support: Maintain an organized and structured classroom while implementing behavior management strategies and crisis intervention techniques.
• Assessment & Progress Monitoring: Conduct assessments, track student progress, and document behavior data to support evaluations and behavior plans.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure safety, adhere to policies (including confidentiality and PPE use), and assist students with self-care as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Must hold an active PA teaching certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate, Level I or II Pennsylvania Instructional Special Education Certification K-12.
• Alternatively, candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate.
• All New Story School teachers must have their PA license in place by August 1, 2025.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
At River Rock Academy, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!