Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Chichester School District is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and skilled Special Education Teacher to join our dynamic educational team. This position is aimed at inspiring and challenging students in a supportive and innovative learning environment.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing students' individualized Special Education plans.
• Timely submission, preparation, and implementation of special education documentation, programming, and paperwork including IEPs, RRs, NOREPs, Invitations to Participate, progress monitoring, data collection, etc.
• Collecting data, and monitoring and evaluating student progress
• Consulting and assisting staff needing guidance to support students with a learning disability
• Sharing instructional strategies to facilitate inclusion
• Leading IEP meetings
• Using data to write IEP goals
• Coordinating and facilitating parent meetings
• Appropriately instructing students requiring learning and/or other support as needed
• Participating in professional development
• Completing and developing Functional Behavioral Assessments and writing Positive Behavior Support Plans
• Instructing students in small or large groups
• Planning lessons, implementing programs, and differentiating instruction
• Complying with federal, state, and local special education regulations
• Providing itinerant, supplemental, and/or full time levels of support
• All other duties as assigned by district administration
• Providing additional support to the students within a general education classroom

• Plan, organize, and implement engaging lessons in all core subjects including Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, in line with the state curriculum.
• Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and offer differentiated instruction to support individual student needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and staff to create a supportive learning community.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate regularly with parents/guardians.
• Participate in professional development and school activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• PA certification in Special Education is also required.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151) and FBI Fingerprinting Clearance required.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Passion for teaching and inspiring students.
• Prior experience working with students with behavioral health challenges within a school setting preferred.

Why Chichester School District?

• A collaborative, team-oriented environment with supportive administration and colleagues.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A commitment to providing an inclusive and positive learning environment for all students.