Special Education Teacher

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

We are looking for passionate special education teachers to join our team. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The Special Education Teacher collaborates with other educators, parents and outside service providers to design and deliver instruction that meets the unique academic, social and emotionial needs of each student. The Special Education Teacher adapts teaching methods and materials to accommodate a variety of learning styles and abilities, and provides accommodations and modifications as needed to support student success. The Special Education Teacher also monitors student progress, maintains accurate records, and participates in the evaluation and revision of IEPs as necessary. The Special Education Teacher stays current with best practices in special education and works to ensure that the school's special education program is effective and meets the needs of all students with disabilities.

What you will be doing

• Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities
• Adapting teaching methods and materials to accommodate a variety of learning styles and abilities
• Providing accommodations and modifications as needed ot support student success
• Collaborating with other educators, parents, and outside service providers to design and deliver instruction that meets the unique academic, social and emotional needs of each students
• Monitoring student progress and maintaing accurate records
• Participating in the evaluation and revision of IEPs as necessary
• Providing support and guidance to students with disabilities to help them achieve their goals
• Communication with parents and guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress and needs
• Staying current with best practices in special education and working to ensure that the school's education program is effective and meets the needs of all students with disabilities
• Collaborating with other teachers and school staff to ensure studentts with disabilities are included in all aspects of school life, including extracurricular activities and events

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Education
• PA Instructional Certification in Special Education or eligibility for instructional certification in Pennsylvania
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
• Content knowledge and skills to successfully teach assigned content areas and grade levels, in addition to classroom management, organization, planning, instructional delivery, and technical skills
• Knowledge of assistive technology and other tools to support student learning
• Ability to motivate and build relationships with parents, students and staff to promote student achievement and strengthen community partnerships
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Patience, empathy and a strong desire to help students with disabilities succeed
• Flexibility to work with students of different ages, abilities and needs
• Willingness to continue learning and staying current with best practices in special education

Employee Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental and vision benefits, which include mental health visits at the primary copay rate and a healthy pregnancy maternity program
• Up to 8 free counseling/therapy sessions annually through Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Health, Dependent Day Care & Commuter Reimbursements
• Retirement Plan Contribution
• Paid time off for sick days, personal days and holidays
• We believe in the importance of ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for our employees to attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions.
• Want to have some fun, too? Yes, please! Enjoy team building, appreciation days, supportive and collaborative environments and much more!
• Employee Referral Bonuses. As a Pan American Academy Employee, we'll ask that you always keep your eye out for great talent to join our family. Consider yourself an extension of the recruitment team, scouting for the best people to support our students and school!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 10-months, exempt
• This position is for in-person work at our location
• 179 instructional days, 194 work days (new staff members work additional days for induction/orientation)
• In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• To be eligible to work for Pan American Academy Charter School, you must complete and submit background clearances and paperwork prior to your start date. We are able to accept clearances if they are less than one year old from the date a new employee presents them to Human Resources.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Please note: Both prior experience and educational degree must go through a verification process in order for final salary to be confirmed.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Nondiscrimination: Pan American Academy Charter School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [email protected] or call at 215-425-1212.