Special Education Teacher - Elementary

Elementary Special Education Teacher

The Greater Latrobe School District is seeking a highly qualified, dedicated, and student-centered Elementary Special Education Teacher for Mountain View Elementary School, Learning Support Grades 3-6. The successful candidate will deliver continuous, high-quality instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs through individualized programming aligned to each student's IEP and applicable Pennsylvania special education requirements.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Plan, adapt, and deliver individualized, standards-aligned instruction based on student present levels, identified needs, and IEP goals.
• Implement a variety of instructional strategies, interventions, and materials to meet the academic, behavioral, and functional needs of students with disabilities.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of special education laws, regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices, including Pennsylvania Chapter 14 provisions governing special education services and programs.
• Accurately monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and objectives through ongoing data collection and analysis.
• Use assessment data and progress-monitoring information to inform instructional decisions, supports, and future IEP development.
• Complete all required special education documentation in a timely and compliant manner, including IEPs, progress reports, reevaluation input, and related records.
• Collaborate effectively with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, school psychologists, and other support staff to ensure coordinated services for students.
• Maintain professional, constructive, and timely communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress, needs, and programming.
• Participate actively in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, reevaluation processes, and other school-based problem-solving meetings.
• Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes student success, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies, behavior supports, and positive reinforcement techniques aligned to student needs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and organized student records and comply with all district expectations regarding reporting timelines and documentation.
• Perform standard supervisory duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Licensure & Certification:
  Valid Pennsylvania Instructional I or Instructional II Teaching Certificate. Pennsylvania Special Education PK-12 certification or Special Education PK-8.
• All required clearances
• Skills & Abilities:
  Strong knowledge of special education instructional practices, IEP implementation, and differentiated instruction. Demonstrated ability to modify curriculum and provide appropriate accommodations and specially designed instruction to meet student needs. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple student files, timelines, and compliance deadlines. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
  
  Demonstrated ability to analyze student data to drive instruction and support student growth. Proficiency with educational technology, progress-monitoring tools, and standard student information systems.