Special Education Teacher - IEP & Growth Advocate

Allentown City School District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Allentown City School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher - Special Education (Learning Support) to join our team. The role focuses on delivering specialized instruction, designing and implementing IEPs, and collaborating with staff, parents, and administrators to support student progress.

The position requires PA special education certification, a Bachelor’s in Special Education, and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in special education, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Hold valid and current PA special education certificate.
• Clear criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
• Ability to perform essential job duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to perform additional or alternatives to these qualifications and essential duties, as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
• Collaborates with administration, other staff, and parents to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and other special education administrative requirements.
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Allentown City School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher - Special Education (Learning Support) to join our team. The role focuses on delivering specialized instruction, designing and implementing IEPs, and collaborating with staff, parents, and administrators to support student progress.

The position requires PA special education certification, a Bachelor’s in Special Education, and a commitment to professional growth.