Special Education Teacher: Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support $3,000 Sign on Bonus!

Deep Roots Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Deep Roots Charter School in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support Special Education Teacher to provide targeted, small-group intervention in reading, math, and social-emotional development. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, differentiated supports, and strong collaboration with families and staff.

The teacher will monitor progress, adapt materials, and foster independence while contributing to an inclusive, high-quality learning environment that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field.
• PA special education certification or eligibility preferred.
• Experience writing IEPs and leading IEP meetings.
• Strong data-driven instruction and collaboration skills.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide small-group, targeted intervention in reading, math, and social/emotional skill development.
• Use data-driven, evidence-based instructional strategies to accelerate academic growth.
• Develop and adapt instructional materials and assessments to meet a wide range of learner needs.
• Foster independence, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills in students.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align supports and monitor progress.

Connaissances

Data tracking

Progress monitoring

Instructional planning

Evidence-based intervention strategies

Collaboration with families

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field

Pennsylvania special education certification or eligibility

Master's Degree preferred

Description du poste

Summary

The Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support Special Education Teacher provides targeted, small-group instruction to students performing significantly below grade level in reading, math, and social-emotional development. This role is designed for an educator who is passionate about accelerating student growth through data-driven instruction, differentiated supports, and strong collaboration. The teacher creates a structured, nurturing learning environment where students develop confidence, skills, and independence. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that every student-regardless of starting point-has access to meaningful, high-quality instruction that leads to measurable academic and personal success.

The Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support Special Education Teacher provides targeted, small-group instruction to students performing significantly below grade level in reading, math, and social-emotional development. This role is designed for an educator who is passionate about accelerating student growth through data-driven instruction, differentiated supports, and strong collaboration. The teacher creates a structured, nurturing learning environment where students develop confidence, skills, and independence. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that every student-regardless of starting point-has access to meaningful, high-quality instruction that leads to measurable academic and personal success.

The Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support Teacher reports to the Assistant Principal of Specialized Services and collaborates closely with classroom teachers, interventionists, and families to align supports and monitor progress.

About Deep Roots

Where students discover joy, belonging, and purpose

Authentic Relationships

At Deep Roots Charter School, we take the time to know our students and their families – their backgrounds, purpose, and passion – and provide a variety of experiences that promote growth and connection, from leadership to mentoring to social-emotional learning.

Personalized Learning

Every child receives individualized attention tailored to their unique learning needs and strengths. Deep Roots maximizes various learning styles and prioritizes individual student support.

Our Core Values

• Practice: Each and every individual in our school community, from students to leadership, will engage in deliberate practice and value this as the path to excellence.
• Service: Our service-learning model will be discipline-based; it will require students to have a presence in the community and reflect on their experiences regularly.
• Purpose: We empower students to uncover their unique gifts and apply them toward an outward purpose they are passionate about.
• Antiracist & Inclusive: We stand as an actively anti-racist organization, dedicated to supporting all students and families. We advocate for our communities and strive to dismantle barriers within and beyond our school walls.

Responsibilities & Duties

Deliver Individualized, Intensive Instruction

• Provide small-group, targeted intervention in reading, math, and social/emotional skill development.
• Use data-driven, evidence-based instructional strategies to accelerate academic growth.
• Develop and adapt instructional materials and assessments to meet a wide range of learner needs.
• Foster independence, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills in students.

Monitor and Analyze Student Progress

• Collect and analyze academic and behavioral data to inform instruction and intervention plans.
• Track and communicate progress toward individualized learning goals.
• Adjust instruction based on ongoing data review and student response to intervention.

Collaborate Across the School Community

• Work closely with classroom teachers to align supports and maintain consistency across learning environments.
• Partner with families and caregivers to share progress, strategies, and next steps for student success.
• Collaborate with related service providers and support staff to integrate academic and therapeutic goals.

Support Special Education Compliance (Preferred)

• Write and maintain IEPs and progress reports that align with student needs and goals.
• Lead or participate in IEP meetings, fostering collaboration among families, teachers, and service providers.

Contribute to School Culture and Growth

• Participate in professional development focused on intervention, special education, and equity-driven teaching practices.
• Support school-wide initiatives, events, and service-learning projects aligned with the school's mission.
• Uphold high expectations and model patience, empathy, and growth mindset for all students.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students who are performing multiple grade levels below placement or with significant learning differences.
• Strong skills in data tracking, progress monitoring, and instructional planning.
• Deep understanding of evidence-based intervention strategies in reading and math.
• (Preferred) Pennsylvania special education certification or eligibility.
• (Preferred) Experience writing IEPs and leading or participating in IEP meetings.
• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field required; Master's Degree preferred.

Title:

Self-Contained Intensive Supplemental Support Special Education Teacher

Location:

Philadelphia, PA 19134

Job Type:

Full-Time