Special Education Teacher - Emotional Support Long-Term Substitute Position

Springton Lake Middle School; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Springton Lake Middle School, part of the Rose Tree Media School District in Media, PA, is seeking a Special Education Teacher – Emotional Support for a long-term substitute position. The role focuses on supporting diverse learners through individualized instruction, targeted interventions, and collaborative planning, with a strong emphasis on IEP goals and inclusive practices.

The teacher will implement standards-aligned instruction, monitor progress, and coordinate with general education staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related field.
• Active Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification or eligible emergency certificate.
• Knowledge of IEPs, development, implementation, and compliance with state/federal regulations.
• Ability to design and deliver differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Ability to collaborate with general education teachers, related services, and families.
• Experience implementing evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and organizational strategies.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience integrating technology and digital tools to support instruction and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement standards-aligned instruction and targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and related service providers.
• Support inclusive practices and meaningful participation in the general education environment.
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction to promote student growth.
• Utilize technology for instruction, data collection, and student engagement.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

IEP knowledge

Collaboration with teachers & families

Data collection & progress monitoring

Technology integration

Behavioral strategies

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Active PA Special Education Teaching Certification or eligible emergency certificate

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Emotional Support Long-Term Substitute Position

Rose Tree Media School District Springton Lake Middle School - Media, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rose Tree Media School District

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

**** INTERNAL POSTING ONLY ****

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE POSITION

LOCATION: SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

EFFECTIVE DATE: DECEMBER 11, 2026, thru JUNE 14, 2027

COMPENSATION: PER RTMEA AGREEMENT

The Rose Tree Media School District and Springton Lake Middle School seek a student-centered Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs through individualized instruction, targeted interventions, and collaborative educational planning. The successful candidate designs and implements standards-aligned instruction that promotes academic growth, independence, self-advocacy, and meaningful participation in the general education environment. We are seeking an educator who works effectively with students, families, teachers, and related service providers to ensure that all students receive the support necessary to achieve their goals. This is a long-term substitute position through the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

The Rose Tree Media School District is one of the premier districts in Delaware County and beyond. We offer an exceptional package of salary and benefits and a work environment that is highly collaborative and supportive.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of bachelor's degree in special education or a related field.
• Active and valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in Special Education or eligible to obtain an emergency certificate.
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including development, implementation, progress monitoring, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and support student growth.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to support inclusive educational practices.
• Experience implementing evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and organizational strategies to support student success.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience integrating technology and digital tools to support instruction, data collection, and student engagement.
• Current background clearances – see below.

PA CRIMINAL BACKGROUNDCLEARANCE(Act34)

Website:? https://epatch.pa.gov/home

FBICLEARANCE(Act 114) For employment enter service code 1KG6XN
Online:? https://uenroll.identogo.com/

CHILD ABUSECLEARANCE(Act 151)

https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS/Public/Home

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973393

Application Deadline: Nov 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required