Special Education Learning Support Teacher- 3rd Grade

Special Education Learning Support Teacher – 3rd Grade

Southeast Delco School District – Darby Township School, Glenolden, Pennsylvania

Reports to: Darby Township Principal

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job : 5772680

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Salary: $54,000 to $104,000 Per Year

The ideal candidate will support the District's mission and vision and have the primary responsibility to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons that meet state‑mandated standards. Each teacher will also communicate regularly and effectively with students/parents. They create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.

The Special Education Teacher collaborates with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment.

• Provides instruction and support to special education students in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students’ individual needs.
• Works cooperatively with district staff, including regular education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service staff, and when appropriate, outside agencies to coordinate student’s program and provide appropriate level of support.
• Coordinates services for students on caseload by being the case manager and preparing all essential documents and other documents, adhering to timelines. Essential documents include but are not limited to permissions for evaluations, evaluation and reevaluation reports, Invitations to Participate, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP), progress reports and more.
• Collects and effectively communicates data and provides ongoing progress monitoring for students on their caseload.
• Collects and documents ESY‑Extended School Year data to determine eligibility.
• Participates actively as part of the Multidisciplinary team and facilitates IEP meetings.
• Provides staff development to professional staff and support staff on particular needs of students on caseload in regards to characteristics of a disability, interventions, strategies, teaching methodologies, and modifications as needed.
• Prepares Positive Behavior Support Plans when necessary.
• Participates in Interagency meetings when necessary.
• Attends scheduled Special Education Department meetings and professional development.
• Develops and implements Crisis Plan & Approved Crisis, Prevention & Intervention Techniques during crisis situations.
• Adheres to district policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Ability to pull small groups or co‑teach in classrooms.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Pennsylvania Certification:
  Special Education K‑8, Special Education K‑12.
• 2+ years teaching experience desired.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Positive attitude toward the teaching profession and the district’s education program.
• Proficiency in using technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Effective communication skills to provide accurate information and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, and ability to work under periods of stress due to the level of responsibility.

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