Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

As a Special Education Teacher at New Story Schools, you’ll turn each student’s goals into engaging learning experiences that build confidence, independence, and meaningful progress. You’ll help create an environment where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to grow. We’re offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this position!

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification

• Minimum three months of experience working with students with disabilities

• Knowledge of child development, differentiated instruction, and behavior management

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement IEPs and lesson plans that meet each student’s needs

• Deliver engaging instruction using varied teaching methods

• Manage classroom behavior and ensure a safe learning environment

• Track progress and prepare required documentation and reports

• Lead and support classroom staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans

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

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

New Story Schools 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.