Special Education Teacher (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves providing instructional support, developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), and maintaining classroom management. The ideal candidate will have a valid South Carolina teaching certificate, experience with educational settings, and a preferred bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with staff and ensure student safety.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with IEP goals.
• Assess student progress and communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with instructional staff and maintain classroom behavior.
• Provide specialized services for medically fragile students.

Skills

Instructional support

Lesson planning

Communication with parents and staff

Classroom management

Collaboration with staff and administrators

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Valid South Carolina teaching certificate or eligibility

Job description

Special Education Teacher (2026-2027)

Location: Chester County School District, Chester, South Carolina

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

General Statement of Job

The Teacher – Special Education provides instructional support, develops and implements individualized education programs (IEPs), facilitates academic, behavioral, social, and daily living skill development, monitors progress, maintains accurate records, and collaborates with teachers, staff, parents, and administrators.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid South Carolina teaching certificate or eligibility in the appropriate certified area.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting (desirable).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons, activities, and adaptations aligned with IEP goals.
• Assess student progress, produce reports, and communicate with parents and staff.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Collaborate with instructional staff, administrators, and community resources.
• Maintain classroom behavior, supervise students and teaching assistants, and ensure safety.
• Provide specialized services such as first aid and care for medically fragile students.
• Assist in early recognition and prevention of educational problems.

Additional Duties

• Provide remedial assistance to groups or individuals as scheduled.
• Keep classroom environment clean and orderly.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Wendell Sumter
• 509 District Office Drive, Chester, South Carolina 29706
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]