Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

As a Substitute Teacher at New Story Schools, you’ll support students with special needs by providing consistency, care, and adaptability in the classroom. You’ll collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

What You’ll Need

• Active Pennsylvania Teaching Certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate or Level I/II PA Instructional Special Education Certification (K–12)

• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

• Strong communication and organization skills

• Adaptability to support multiple classrooms and instructional needs

• Commitment to inclusive education and student growth

What You’ll Do

• Create and implement IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to each student’s goals

• Complete IEPs, progress reports, and required documentation accurately and on time

• Partner with parents, multidisciplinary teams, and school staff to promote student success

• Maintain a structured classroom environment using effective behavior management and intervention strategies

• Track student progress through evaluations, assessments, and behavioral data collection

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on us.fitly.work.