Special Education Teachers

Job Description

Job Description

Wissahickon Charter School is looking for a Special Education teachers for the 2026-27 school year. Special Education teachers are responsible for ensuring that students progress academically and socially in the classroom, as measured by achievement on Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. They must be committed to improving the knowledge and skills of students with disabilities and must be relentless in their efforts to address the wide range of learning styles, needs and interests of students. The ideal candidate will have special education teaching experience in an inclusive, urban school and will thrive in a collaborative work environment. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement IEP's that translate into measurable success for students for a caseload of up to 20 studentsProvide the legally required amount of minutes of instruction to students on caseload per their IEP's Establish and maintain a learning environment that excites, invests, and motivates students to achieve academic and behavioral expectationsDesign and facilitate modified, differentiated unit and lesson plans in the classroom that are aligned with WCS' curriculum Support general education teachers' work to include students with special needsImplement remedial education as neededWork collaboratively with the Director of Special Education, grade teams, teaching assistants, and other staff to support student growthConsistently implement WCS' student management practices within the classroom and throughout schoolMentor and coach students on self-regulation and organizational skillsEstablish and maintain relationships with families through regular communication, updates and opportunities for involvementTrack student performance and use data to drive instruction and behavior interventionsExemplify WCS' CARES (Collaboration, Academic excellence, Responsibility, Empathy and Self-reflection) values in all interactions with students, families and colleaguesSeek out and be receptive to feedback with the goal of improving instructional and culture-building skillsParticipate in all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetingsAssume other duties as assigned by the administrative teamQualificationsBachelor 's degree required; Master's degree preferred Current or pending PA Special Education teacher certification required Experience working with students with various disabilities in an inclusive setting Teaching experience in an urban setting Strong knowledge of instructional strategies for students with disabilitiesInstructional and classroom management skills, with a record of increasing academic and behavioral growth for students with special needsSkilled at collaborating with teachers, and a collaborative work style including maturity, humility, and a sense of humorFlexible and able to adjust priorities and strategies in order to meet the changing needs of the team and of studentsHigh level of personal organization, planning, and follow-through and comfort with autonomyStrong oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with students, families, supervisors and colleagues Knowledge of Pennsylvania and Common Core StandardsFamiliarity/experience with Responsive Classroom approach a plusReceptiveness to feedback, positive attitude, and a desire to continuously improveBelief in Wissahickon Charter Schools' mission and environmental education model, and the belief that all children can learn and succeedAbout Wissahickon Charter SchoolWissahickon Charter School's first campus, Fernhill, opened in 2002 and serves 480 K-8 students from across Philadelphia. Our second K-8 campus, Awbury, opened in the fall of 2014. The mission of Wissahickon Charter School (WCS) is to provide a community of learning that stimulates and builds the child's intellectual, social, and character development. Wissahickon Charter Schools are planned around three essential elements: an environmental focus that allows students to experience the curriculum, recognition of service learning projects as key in students' success, and an emphasis on parents as partners in the learning experiences of their children.How to ApplyTo be considered, visit our website at -our-team and click on the Apply Now button. Wissahickon Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, or in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or other programs. We are committed to hiring a diverse staff and encourage those from traditionally under-represented backgrounds to apply.