Special Education Teacher (Grades 8-12)

New Story Schools (PA); Enola (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

School breaks

Paid holidays

Gym discounts

Mindfulness apps

Prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Leadership training

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA contributions

Job summary

New Story Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to design and deliver individualized instruction for students aged 5–21 with autism and related challenges. You will develop IEPs, use varied teaching methods, and lead a multidisciplinary team to support each student’s growth.

Join a supportive, values-driven environment that offers paid holidays, wellness perks, tuition reimbursement, retirement matching, and comprehensive insurance options while helping students write their

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and PA Special Education certification.
• Minimum three months of experience with students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of child development, differentiated instruction, and behavior management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs and lesson plans that meet each student’s needs.
• Deliver engaging instruction using varied teaching methods.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure a safe learning environment.
• Track progress and prepare required documentation and reports.
• Lead and support classroom staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Pennsylvania Special Education certification

Job description

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

As a Special Education Teacher at New Story Schools, you will design and deliver individualized instruction that helps every student make meaningful progress. You’ll create a structured, engaging classroom that supports both learning and social-emotional growth.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification
• Minimum three months of experience working with students with disabilities
• Knowledge of child development, differentiated instruction, and behavior management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement IEPs and lesson plans that meet each student’s needs
• Deliver engaging instruction using varied teaching methods
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure a safe learning environment
• Track progress and prepare required documentation and reports
• Lead and support classroom staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].