Teacher - Special Education - English

August 2026

Additional Information:

You belong in the Power of WE!

Excellent teachers make excellent schools. That's why we are relentless about hiring top educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic relationships with students and stakeholders, including parents/families.

Position:
Teacher - Special Education - English

Location:

William Penn High School

Start Date:

August 2026

Reports to:

Principal

Compensation:

Refer to current teacher salary scale on District website

Work Year: 10 months

POSITION GOAL:

The goal of the Special Education Teacher is to provide high-quality, specialized instruction that enables students with disabilities to make meaningful academic, social, and emotional progress. This position aims to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where diverse learners can develop the skills needed for academic success and increased independence while fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering instruction based on the approved curriculum and Common Core State Standards to help students move towards academic proficiency.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

* Must be eligible or hold valid State of Delaware certification as Secondary English and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12.

* Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Protection Registry in the State of Delaware.

* Successful completion of required Praxis II tests and student teaching placement.

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.

* Knowledge and skills in working with students with disabilities.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

* Show evidence of knowledge regarding evidence and research-based strategies known to be effective in promoting student learning and achievement for students with disabilities.

* Demonstrates sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic groups.

* Proficient in Technology, such as Microsoft and Google Applications, Classlink, Schoology, Infinite Campus, etc.

* Demonstrates understanding and ability to perform job related tasks.

* Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.

* Must be able to teach/serve students remotely and in person depending on the needs of their students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities related to the District. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student assessments, needs and progress toward goals.

* Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and IEP goals (including BIPs), using district-approved curriculum.

* Differentiate instruction using various teaching strategies and methodologies to address diverse learning styles with particular attention to academic scaffolding in English and each student's individual level of functioning and preferred learning modalities.

* Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions, maintain a structured classroom management system, and follow district expectations for Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.

* Regularly administer, collect and interpret formal and informal assessment data, including IEP progress monitoring, to drive instructional decisions and report progress to families and the district.

* Develop and deliver weekly lesson plans using appropriate resources, technology and instructional strategies, incorporating a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and student inquiry.

* Communicate regularly and proactively with families…