Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher – Lancaster, PennsylvaniaPediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire Special Education Teachers to join our staff and work in an amazing school in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!ABOUT THE POSITIONSWe have three in-person openings in a specialized K–12 program serving students who need emotional support and autism support.This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contributionIRA with company matchingFingerprinting reimbursementGreat Mentorship Program!SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER QUALIFICATIONSPennsylvania teaching certification in Special EducationExperience working with K–12 childrenExperience supporting students with emotional or behavioral needs, or with autism, preferredSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIESCreate and execute Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each of the students in your careCommunicate with other staff and family members about each student’s progress and strugglesPrepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approvalParticipate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the schoolUse individualized reinforcement and behavior support techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatnessInvite family members to participate in each student’s educational progressCreate and distribute progress reports quarterlyConfer with on-site therapists and behavior specialists on behavioral and social-emotional needsCreate a safe, structured, and productive classroom environmentABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICESPediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation’s public-school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers, as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best teachers and therapists to partnering them with the right schools in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to special education, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.For every professional who works with us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.What changed: