Autism & Emotional Support Special Education Teacher (K-8)

Location: Allentown, PA 18102 Date Posted: 03/27/2026 Category: Education K12 Education: Bachelors Degree

Our client is seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teachers to support elementary and middle school students through the end of the school year.
Opportunities are available for both long-term independent contractors and substitute teachers.

This role focuses on supporting students in autism support and emotional support classrooms, helping them achieve academic, social, and behavioral success.
The opportunity is based in Allentown PA.

Send your resume today so we can start a conversation about our client's openings!

CLIENT'S REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
* Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certification (required).
* Experience working with students with autism and/or emotional and behavioral needs preferred.
* Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY:
* Provide instruction in autism and emotional support classrooms for elementary and middle school students
* Teach or co-teach students with diverse learning, social, emotional, and behavioral needs
* Serve as an IEP case manager, including developing, implementing, and monitoring student plans
* Collaborate with general education teachers, school staff, administrators, and parents
* Foster a structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

What to expect from Kaleidoscope Education Solutions:
* Exceptional compensation
* Compensated weekly
* Flexible schedule that meets your life's balance
* Your own personal connection in our office whenever you need support or have questions!
* Grow professionally by collaborating with experienced & valued therapists.
* We are here for you 24/7
* Contracting with Kaleidoscope allows you all of the above and more!

KES ADVANTAGES:
* Reaching students who may otherwise go without the services they need and deserve.
* Establish for maximum scholastic success because of your expertise!
* Develop students' maximum achievement through strong relationships with students and parents.
* Instill and reinforce the joy of learning
* Maintain a positive and encouraging classroom environment.

About K.E.S.
Founded in 1989, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. started as a small team of professionals near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Since then, our proven results and dedication have produced exponential nationwide company growth. We additionally have offices in Arizona and service locations in Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, and Wisconsin. Thanks to our clients, parents, and contractors, we now work with teachers and therapists in over 5,000 schools and 700 school districts across the country! Today, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. is a nationwide staffing leader in school-based therapy and special education services. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in every student's life.

Title: Autism & Emotional Support Special Education Teacher (K–8) Class: Special Education Teacher Type: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099 Ref. No.: 1314765-1 BC: #KES301

Company: Kaleidoscope Education Solutions Contract Contact: Contract Submit PA Office Email: [email protected] Office Phone: 888-829-2477 Office Address: 950 E. Haverford Road, Suite 100B, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

About Us: Kaleidoscope Education Solutions is a referral agency for professionals seeking supplemental K12 education marketplace opportunities. Registering with Kaleidoscope Education Solutions is not a guarantee that opportunities will be available and/or located. All professionals contracting through Kaleidoscope Education Solutions are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.