Middle School Special Education Teacher - 6th-8th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year

Duties and Responsibilities Drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students Commit to professional growth, self‑reflection, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve Implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school‑based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery’s central office Academic Team Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standards Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication Demonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success Respond positively and effectively to challenges with a solutions‑oriented resiliency Education, Experience, and Skills Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement Teacher certification – completed or in process Demonstrated expertise in subject area Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies Physical Requirements Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role and to work in the environmental conditions required, including traveling to network campuses, maneuvering in office spaces, standing, walking, sitting for long periods, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing, stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets, fine finger and hand manipulation for computer use, chalkboard, dry erase, projectors, filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing. Salary and Bonus Information New teachers start at $60,000, with Mastery offering up to $82,000 based on experience and education. Salaries range from $60,000 to $111,000, with growth opportunities as your career progresses. Mastery’s Benefits Package We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% match for PA employees, enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, discounts and perks at a variety of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and more. We also provide a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits‑related topics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co