Special Education Teacher (Autism)

Pediatric Developmental Services; Waynesboro (Franklin County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Job summary

A leading educational services provider is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support K-12 students in an engaging and positive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with K-12 children and possess an active PA Instructional I or II certificate in Special Education. Responsibilities include creating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), communicating progress to families, and maintaining a safe classroom. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with ongoing support and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Experience working with K-12 children.
• Active PA Instructional I certificate in Special Education or Instructional II certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate with staff and families about each student's progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans for approval.
• Participate in scheduled IEP meetings.
• Use reinforcement techniques to keep students engaged.
• Invite family participation in educational progress.
• Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Confer with therapists regarding behavioral issues.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with K-12 children

Active PA Instructional I or II certificate in Special Education

Education

K-12 experience

PA Instructional I or Instructional II certificate in Special Education

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

Competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement

Special Education Teacher Qualifications

• Experience working with K-12 children
• Active PA Instructional I certificate (in Special Education) or Instructional II certificates

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

Are you Ready to Join Our Team?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

About Pediatric Developmental Services

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.