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SPED Teacher W2

Company:
Focused Staffing
Location:
Leechburg, PA, 15656
Posted:
May 27, 2025
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Description:

Job Description

Do you love helping students with special needs shine?

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our partner school! If you're excited about creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Do:

As a SPED Teacher, you'll be a key player in helping students reach their full potential. Your responsibilities will include:

IEP Champion: Designing, supervising, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet each student's unique needs.

Schedule Superstar: Creating and coordinating student schedules, making sure they connect with related services and general education opportunities.

Data Detective: Collecting and analyzing student data to monitor progress and make informed instructional decisions.

Team Collaborator: Working effectively with a large team of professionals (therapists, counselors, etc.) to coordinate comprehensive services.

Lifelong Learner: Participating in staff development training focused on best practices for working with students with special needs.

Innovation Implementer: Bringing state-of-the-art strategies to life in the classroom, creating engaging and effective learning experiences.

What You'll Need:

We're looking for someone who has:

A Bachelor's degree in Special Education, or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 18 credits in special education and 6 credits in education theory.

A Pennsylvania Special Education certificate, or a Pennsylvania Private Academic certification with the ability to attain public certification within one year of hire.

1-3 years of experience working with students with autism or emotional support (student teaching counts!).

A demonstrated ability to create a classroom where every student feels supported and challenged.

The ability to obtain and maintain agency physical management certification credentials (we'll help with that!).

Salary:

Up to $55,000 DOE (Depending on Experience)

Why Teach With Us? (We Think You'll Love It Here!)

Benefits Start Day One: Medical, dental, vision, and paid time off are effective upon your date of hire!

Small Class Sizes: Our partner school believes in individualized attention!

The teacher-to-student ratio never exceeds 1:8 in ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) classrooms.

The teacher-to-student ratio never exceeds 1:12 in ES (Emotional Support) classrooms.

Individualized Approach: Our partner school is all about meeting each student where they are.

Traditional School Year: Enjoy a 10-month traditional school year with paid summers off.

Extra Opportunities: Additional hours and compensation are available with ESY (Extended School Year).

More Great Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Competitive compensation plans

DailyPay option

A focus on work/life balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership

Full-time

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