Special Ed Teacher

Special Education Teacher – Neshamiy Public School District

Interviewing for fall 2026, position starts 08/19/20. DESS partners with child-serving institutions to provide services in early learning, behavioral and mental health treatment, academic interventions, and prevention programming.

As a Special Education Teacher you will work with students with autistic support needs within the Neshamiy School District. In addition to supporting a Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions program and providing specialized instruction that enables achievement of individualized educational, social, and emotional goals, you will: support the implementation and evaluation of direct and support services in an elementary school autistic support classroom;

apply knowledge of PDE, IDEA, and Chapter 14 regulations; develop and manage IEPs, implement positive behavior support strategies, classroom management, and MTSS/PBIS; establish a supportive learning environment; evaluate and assess student progress; provide guidance to support staff; and coordinate delivery of special education services for each student’s IEP.

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Full‑time role aligned with the school calendar covering a 10‑month period with opportunities for extended summer program work.

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required;
  Master’s degree preferred. PA Department of Education certification as teacher preferred.
• At least one year of experience in an educational setting working with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations.
• Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office applications, and experience with data collection/analysis platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, and lift 10 lbs or more; ability to present verbally and written; develop visual media.
• Travel required as needed; ability to use wrists/hands/legs repeatedly, including long periods of office equipment use.
• Free of dependency and abuse of illegal drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other controlled substances.

• Medical (including telemedicine), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time‑off; 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit; voluntary supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work‑life balance program.
• Benefits available to eligible full‑time employees after 30 days of employment.

Devereux is a drug‑free workplace; drug screening required. EOE. Employment decisions are made without discrimination for race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.