Special Education Teacher - Building Substitute

Job Description

Job Description

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. Explore how you can help transform lives and impact communities.

As the Substitute Teacher at Green Tree School, you will provide consistent instruction and classroom leadership to support student learning and behavioral progress. Your work ensures continuity, safety, and alignment with IEP goals across in-person, virtual, and hybrid learning environments.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Valid Pennsylvania public school, private academic, or temporary approval teaching certificate

• At least three months of experience supporting students with learning or behavioral needs

• Knowledge of child development and behavior management strategies

• Strong communication, organization, and classroom leadership skills

What You’ll Do

• Deliver structured instruction aligned to IEP goals and lesson plans

• Manage classroom behavior using consistent, proactive strategies

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student services

• Document student progress, behavior data, and instructional outcomes

• Provide guidance and supervision to classroom support staff

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

Green Tree School & Services 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 ziprecruiter.com.