Job Description
Job Description
Special Education Teacher (7 and 8 Grades) - Support for English / Language Arts instruction
Location : Bensalem, PA 19020
Key Responsibilities :
- Assess students’ developmental, cognitive, social, and emotional needs and design developmentally appropriate instruction
- Conduct academic testing and use results alongside observations to determine special education placement
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and implement inclusive, differentiated lessons aligned with SLCS curricula
- Develop, monitor, and report on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) according to established guidelines
- Ensure consistent delivery of accommodations, modifications, and other IEP requirements
- Advocate for students to ensure their educational and social needs are met
- Evaluate student progress and communicate effectively with teachers, support staff, and administration
- Partner with classroom teachers to identify and support students at risk academically or behaviorally
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related fieldPennsylvania Department of Education Certification in Special Education (7-12 or K-12) requiredPennsylvania Department of Education Certification in English (7-12) is a plusExperience teaching English / Language Arts preferredFamiliarity with International Baccalaureate MYP or DP programs is an advantageStrong commitment to inclusive education and ability to work collaborativelyExcellent research, planning, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to build positive relationships with students and encourage their growthCompensation : $51,000 – $66,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)