Middle School Emotional Support Teacher - Full Time

The Conestoga Valley School District is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we believe in empowering our students to reach their fullest potential. As a middle school serving students with diverse learning needs, we are seeking a passionate and experienced emotional support teacher to join our team.


The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Pennsylvania Code, Chapter 14.
• Draft individualized and compliant special education paperwork based on the unique needs of each student, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Assess students’ needs using formal and informal measures.
• Collect and analyze data on students’ academic performance, behavior, and social-emotional development.
• Monitor and report progress on IEP goals.
• Provide intervention and direct instruction that is differentiated and aligned with IEP goals.
• Participate in and lead regular meetings with parents, school administrators, and other professionals to review, update, and modify IEPs as needed.
• Modify and adapt the general education curriculum to meet the needs of students with disabilities, using specialized teaching techniques and resources.
• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction to students, focusing on academic, social, and emotional development.
• Implement strategies and interventions to address behavioral issues, using positive reinforcement, clear expectations, and behavior modification techniques.
• Create an organized, accessible, and safe classroom that is conducive to learning for students with diverse needs.
• Foster a positive, supportive classroom climate where students feel respected and encouraged.
• Teach students strategies for developing social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.
• Participate in the functional behavior assessment (FBA) process.
• Design and implement positive behavior support plans (PBSPs) for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Be prepared to handle crisis situations, including de-escalating potentially violent or unsafe behaviors.
• Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and local regulations regarding special education, including ensuring students’ rights are upheld under laws like IDEA.
• Keep accurate records of all meetings, assessments, IEPs, and communication with parents, in order to meet legal and professional standards.

Certifications:

• Special Education PK-12

Interested applicants should apply via PA-Educator or the Conestoga Valley SD website, and send a resume and cover letter to Dr. Rachel Metzinger, Principal, Gerald G. Huesken Middle School, at [email protected] EOE. Position open until filled.


We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Grades

6, 7, 8