Special Education Teacher

Chichester School District is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and skilled Special Education Teacher to join our dynamic educational team. This position is aimed at inspiring and challenging students in a supportive and innovative learning environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing students’ individualized Special Education plans.

Timely submission, preparation, and implementation of special education documentation, programming, and paperwork including IEPs, RRs, NOREPs, Invitations to Participate, progress monitoring, data collection, etc.

Collecting data, and monitoring and evaluating student progress

Consulting and assisting staff needing guidance to support students with a learning disability

Sharing instructional strategies to facilitate inclusion

Leading IEP meetings

Using data to write IEP goals

Coordinating and facilitating parent meetings

Appropriately instructing students requiring learning and/or other support as needed

Participating in professional development

Completing and developing Functional Behavioral Assessments and writing Positive Behavior Support Plans

Instructing students in small or large groups

Planning lessons, implementing programs, and differentiating instruction

Complying with federal, state, and local special education regulations

Providing itinerant, supplemental, and/or full time levels of support

All other duties as assigned by district administration

Providing additional support to the students within a general education classroom

Plan, organize, and implement engaging lessons in all core subjects including Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, in line with the state curriculum.

Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and offer differentiated instruction to support individual student needs.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.

Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and staff to create a supportive learning community.

Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate regularly with parents/guardians.

Participate in professional development and school activities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is required.

PA certification in Special Education is also required.

Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151) and FBI Fingerprinting Clearance required.

Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.

Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Passion for teaching and inspiring students.

Prior experience working with students with behavioral health challenges within a school setting preferred.

Why Chichester School District?

A collaborative, team-oriented environment with supportive administration and colleagues.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

A commitment to providing an inclusive and positive learning environment for all students.