Special Education Teacher- Autistic Support

Pennsylvania - Any CCA Family Service Center

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) is seeking an Autistic Support Special Education Teacher to deliver and manage specially designed instructional programs via a virtual platform from a PA Family Service Center. You will collaborate with staff and caretakers to ensure compliant IEP services and learner progress.

The role requires providing direct instruction, data collection, and regular IEP meetings, with travel for state testing and professional development as needed.

Qualifications

Must hold PA Special Education Certification.
Experience with non-speaking learners using AAC (devices, PECS, basic sign language).
Experience with ABA assessments (VB-MAPP, EFL, AFLS).

Responsibilities

Serve as school-based special education case manager for designated caseload.
Provide direct services and instruction to learners per IEP.
Gather data, develop instruction, write goals, and monitor IEP implementation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Problem solving

Flexibility

Customer focus

Professionalism

Education

Degree in Special Education

PA Special Education Credential (K-12)

Dual Certification (Special Education + another content area)

Tools

MS Office

Zoom

Polaris

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Autistic Support

Commonwealth Charter Academy Pennsylvania - Any CCA Family Service Center - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Job Details

Job ID: 5919000

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Special Education Teacher-Autistic Support

Position Summary

Working from one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the position of the Autistic Support Special Education Teacher at Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) is responsible for providing, managing, and delivering special designed instructional programs through a virtual platform for learners. Working from one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the Autistic Support Special Education Teacher utilizes the proprietary relationship management system in conjunction with other technology resources (web conference tools, telephone, internet, and various curriculum tools and applications) to provide instruction, feedback, and support while consulting regularly with learners, caretakers, learning coaches, and others to ensure that each learner successfully receives all supports and services in their Individual Education Program (IEP). They will work closely with other teachers and school staff to ensure that the school's special education program is successful and operates in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

Serve as school-based special education case manager for designated caseload to ensure compliance with federal and state timelines.
Provide direct services and instruction to learners in areas of need as defined by the IEP.
Gather data, develop specially designed instruction, write goals, and guide the full implementation of IEPs. Maintain routines for scheduling progress monitoring sessions with learners and tracking learner data for communicating measurable growth toward goal attainment to families.
Schedule, organize, and conduct IEP meetings in a virtual environment.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school's learning management system and special education software. Ensure the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process in compliance with all regulations.
Communicate continuously with caretakers/learning coaches of learners to ensure that all services in the IEP are being delivered
Collaborate with related service providers on a weekly basis for learners needing related services as mandated by their IEPs.
Commit to fully understanding learners' interests, unique disability profiles, and prior educational experiences, to build relationships & promote consistent engagement in school routines.
Drive learner achievement and set high expectations for all learners.
Collaborate with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding learners with specific needs and potential learning challenges.
Address any barriers to the education process and ensure that each learner's needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Respond to learners, parents, and colleagues in a timely manner and within CCA responsiveness standards.
Participate in the administration of state assessments, including traveling to testing sites approximately two times per school year.
Travel for occasional professional development and/or school functions.
Participate in the integration of in-person and virtual field trips.
Actively engage in professional learning relative to growth and mastery in instructional and educational initiatives.
Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week, is required.
Ability to maintain a professional work setting without distraction during the workday, typically 8-4 or as defined by the school.
Ability to travel to in-person IEP meetings as requested by families.
Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Certified to teach in Pennsylvania with Special Education Certification
Experience with non-speaking learners who utilize AAC, including devices, picture exchange programs, and basic sign language.
Experience and familiarity with ABA assessments, including the VB-MAPP, EFL, and/or AFLS
Pedagogical knowledge of the content being taught and the ability to apply critical thinking
Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the K-12 curriculum
Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making and professional judgment skills, to solve problems independently, and demonstrate a high level of organization
Ability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours
Demonstrated proficiency with office technology (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer-focused approach with a high degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Demonstrated track record of collaboration, collegiality, and being a team player while always demonstrating the highest level of professionalism
Work from a CCA Family Service Center on a scheduled basis
Ability to travel on occasion and as assigned for marketing, field trips, and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
Ability to work some occasional evening or weekend hours as needed to support some families
Ability to interpret behavior plans and implement antecedent and consequence strategies
Ability to differentiate instruction while utilizing a core academic content area curriculum as the framework.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Remote offices, when in use, must provide appropriate and effective conditions for conducting all duties of the position. Remote office wifi and/or cellular service must be conducive for conducting the full duties of the position and are a requirement to conduct any work from outside of the Family Service Center.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand, as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.

Position Type

10-month
Full-time
Exempt
Salary

Travel

Travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Degree in Special Education or related education Field
Valid Special Education Credential Grades K-12 in Pennsylvania

Preferred Education and Experience

Dual Certification in Special Education and at least one additional content area
1-3 years of experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
Experience working in a virtual environment
Experience with Zoom, Polaris, and other online platforms

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver's License
Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employer, educational institution, and service organization.

Position Type

Position Type: Full-Time

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