Special Education Teacher: IEP & Behavior Support Lead

Shikellamy SD - Work Foundations +; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 Shikellamy SD - Work Foundations + is seeking a Special Education Teacher. The role focuses on promoting social, emotional, and academic growth, delivering individualized education programs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support students with emotional disturbances.

The teacher will supervise paraprofessionals, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or special education.
• PA teacher certification in Special Education for the appropriate grade level as specified.
• Minimum one year of full-time experience in a structured program with behavioral and therapeutic supports.

Responsibilities

• Direct paraprofessionals assigned to the program.
• Collaborate with the IEP team to develop educational programs.
• Collect and maintain data for progress monitoring and instructional decisions.
• Work with related service staff, parents, and agencies to integrate disciplines.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom for students with emotional disturbances.

Skills

IEP development

Data collection

Behavior management

Collaboration with IEP team

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or special education

PA Teacher Certification in Special Education PK-12 or PK-8/7-12

Experience in highly-structured educational program

Job description

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 Shikellamy SD - Work Foundations + is seeking a Special Education Teacher. The role focuses on promoting social, emotional, and academic growth, delivering individualized education programs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support students with emotional disturbances.

The teacher will supervise paraprofessionals, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.