SY 26-27 - Special Education Small Group Teacher (Special Education required)

Delmar School District; Elsmere (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltz Elementary School in the Red Clay Consolidated School District is seeking an Elementary General teacher for SY 2026-2027 to provide a flexible, growth‑oriented classroom environment for students with special education needs.

The candidate must hold Dual Certification in Special Education and Elementary General, and possess Delaware Advanced, Continuing, and Initial Licenses. Responsibilities include small-group instruction, progress reporting, and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Dual certification in Special Education and Elementary General is required.
• Delaware Advanced License is required.
• Delaware Continuing License is required.
• Delaware Initial License is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach elementary education to students, including small groups when needed.
• Plan a program of study meeting individual student needs and abilities.
• Create a conducive, age-appropriate learning environment.
• Prepare for classes and show evidence of preparation upon request.
• Encourage positive classroom behavior and student responsibility.
• Assess student progress and provide reports to parents as needed.
• Diagnose learning disabilities with district specialists when required.
• Protect students, equipment, and facilities with proper precautions.
• Maintain accurate records as required by policy and law.
• Collaborate with staff and parents; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Dual Certification - Special Education and Elementary General

Delaware Advanced License

Delaware Continuing License

Delaware Initial License

Job description

SY 26-27 - Special Education Small Group Teacher (Special Education required) JobID: 37331

• Position Type:
  Elementary School/ Special Education
• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026
• Location:
  Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School
• Date Available:
  TBD
• District:
  Red Clay Consolidated School District

School Year 2026-2027 Special Education Small Group Teacher (Special Education required)

Job Summary: Baltz Elementary School is seeking an elementary general teacherto create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach elementary education to students; in small groups when necessary.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a small group or classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for groups or classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides reports as required, as well as notifying parents of student progress when necessary.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Dual Certification - Special Education and Elementary General
• Delaware Advanced License
• Delaware Continuing License
• Delaware Initial License

Contact Information: Jacqueline K. Gallagher, Principal
Baltz Elementary School
302-992-5560
[e-mail]