Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

The Chichester School District is seeking a dedicated and student-centered educator for a Special Education Teacher position. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality, inclusive instruction that meets the diverse needs of students with disabilities. This position involves designing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), utilizing best practices in differentiated instruction, and fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth and independence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) that align with students' academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Provide specialized instruction that supports students in accessing the general education curriculum.
• Utilize research-based strategies to differentiate instruction and promote student success.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families to ensure effective accommodations and modifications.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Implement behavioral and social-emotional interventions as needed to support student success.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal special education laws and regulations, including proper documentation and reporting.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster an inclusive and equitable classroom environment that values diversity and promotes positive student relationships.

Candidate requirements include:

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and providing high-quality educational opportunities for all students.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with students, colleagues, and families.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and utilize assistive technology to support diverse learning needs.
• Familiarity with special education laws, best practices, and current instructional strategies.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning to enhance instructional practices.
• Emotional Support Experience preferred.

Required certifications include:

• Valid Pennsylvania certification in Special Education K-12, or Special Education 7-12 required.
• Additional certifications are a plus.

Chichester School District is committed to being a welcoming community that reflects and enacts the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We seek candidates who will not only enhance our representational diversity but who will contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. The District will provide to all persons equal access to all categories of employment in the District, free from discrimination, regardless of actual or perceived race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. EOE