<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Title: Certified Special Education Teacher Rate: Up to $65 per hour
Focused Staffing Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher (SPED) with a Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certification.
 The SPED Teacher will be responsible for instructing 1st and 2nd-grade classes, managing a caseload of 18-20 students with diverse learning needs.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.</li>
<li>Provide direct instruction and support to students exhibiting multiple disabilities, including autism, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, emotional challenges, and developmental delays.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other educators and support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.</li>
<li>Conduct diagnostic assessments and utilize progress monitoring techniques to track student growth.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child's development.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications/Required Skills
<ul>
<li>Education: Master’s degree in Special Education preferred.</li>
<li>Certification: Valid Pennsylvania Special Education Standard Certification is required.</li>
<li>Experience:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 1 year of experience in special education (required).</li>
<li>Preferred experience includes:
<ul>
<li>3 years working with IEPs.</li>
<li>2 years working with students exhibiting multiple disabilities.</li>
<li>2 years working with students facing emotional challenges.</li>
<li>2 years working with students with developmental delays.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Clearances: Must possess all current PA state clearances (Police, Child Abuse, and Fingerprinting).</li>
<li>Knowledge of Special Education regulations and procedures.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and teaching skills.</li>
<li>A positive, student-centered approach with a compassionate demeanor.</li>
</ul>
Job Type
<ul>
<li>Full-time</li>
<li>Expected hours: 37.5 hours per week</li>
<li>Schedule: Monday to Friday</li>
</ul>
Work Location
<ul>
<li>In-person at the partner school in Phoenixville, PA.</li>
</ul>
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join our partner school in creating an inclusive educational environment where every student can thrive!

Traveling SPED Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPosition: Elementary School Chinese Lead Teacher (Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2)Rate: Up to $50 per hourOverview:The elementary school classroom lead teacher is a key stakeholder, profoundly influencing the lives of children. These lead teachers are dedicated to fostering a student-centered learning environment that honors the culture and identity of each child, enabling them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.In early childhood, students engage in all content areas taught in the target language for approximately 90% of the school day, while early literacy and math skills are taught in English for about 10%. As students progress into elementary school (Kindergarten through 5th grade), the school implements a 50/50 model where standards-based instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards is delivered in both the target language and English for equal portions of the day. The lead language teacher is responsible for teaching all content areas in the target language—either Mandarin Chinese or Spanish—and serves as an instructional model. Meanwhile, the lead English teacher focuses on literacy and math instruction.Together, these educators collaborate to create a warm and inviting learning environment, build strong relationships with students and families, design and implement effective lessons, analyze data, and engage with the broader school community. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Teaching &amp; Learning, lead teachers work closely with leadership team members to understand and respond to student and family needs while developing plans that align with the mission, vision, and pillars of the school, all while ensuring high-quality instruction is delivered effectively.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
School Mission and Vision
<ul>
<li>Implement a shared school mission and vision to promote each student’s social, emotional, and academic development</li>
<li>Actively participate in data-driven instruction and methods of continuous improvement to ensure we meet the needs of each student</li>
<li>Reinforce the mission with students and families, inspiring them to act on the mission every single day</li>
<li>Reflect on instructional practices and adjust behavior and systems accordingly: ask regularly for feedback; model humility and admit mistakes; seek out thought partners; and, engage in professional learning</li>
<li>Collaborates with support teachers and other staff to ensure proper and consistent implementation of our instructional program</li>
</ul>
Equitable and Inclusive School Culture
<ul>
<li>Model ethical, equitable, and professional behavior and acts with integrity, fairness, cultural competence, and empathy with students and colleagues </li>
<li>Contribute to a professional school culture focused on developing relational trust with colleagues and building each other's capacity to promote each student’s social, emotional, and academic development; serve as a mentor teacher for support teachers</li>
<li>Set personal and professional learning goals to promote wellness and enhance professional practice; attend summer institute and weekly professional development sessions</li>
<li>Participate in professional development and coaching cycles led by the Director of Teaching &amp; Learning other instructional leaders</li>
<li>Encourages open, productive, collaborative, and trusting working relationships among administrators, teachers, and staff to promote an environment of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Mentors support teachers and develop a strong classroom culture</li>
<li>Develop a supportive and positive learning environment focused on uplifting student voice and using student data to drive student development, growth, and achievement</li>
</ul>
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
<ul>
<li>Develop lesson plans and teach all core subjects - English Language Arts (and Social Studies), Mandarin Language Arts (and Culture), or Spanish Language Arts (and Culture), as well as math and science</li>
<li>Utilize culturally sustaining and anti-bias/anti-racist practices (along with data) to inform and guide daily instruction; incorporate student cultures, interests, and experiences into lessons and activities</li>
<li>Set clear and measurable goals throughout the year for every student in all areas of study; regularly assess the progress of each child and provide differentiated, child-centered instruction to meet the needs of each child daily</li>
<li>Actively participate in data-analysis cycles and protocols to evaluate and increase rigor, coherence, impact, and equity of curriculum, instruction, and assessment</li>
<li>Collaboratively plan weekly with teaching teams to develop holistic lesson plans that foster self-directed learning</li>
<li>Ensure that each student has equitable access to classroom materials, texts, learning resources and opportunities, academic and social-emotional supports, and other resources in the target language</li>
</ul>
Equitable and Inclusive Student Support
<ul>
<li>Improve and sustain a school environment that is inclusive, equitable, caring, and culturally competent (and meets the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of each student)</li>
<li>Maintain positive, fair, and unbiased student behavior policies that emphasize relationship reconciliation and behavioral change</li>
<li>Work with Special Education Teacher and English Learner Teacher to plan for and support all learners’ needs</li>
<li>Use student performance and placement data, as well as school culture data, to promote greater inclusiveness, caring, equity, and closure of opportunity gaps</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the Student Support Team (SST) and implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to meet the needs of all children, including special populations</li>
</ul>
Family Engagement 
<ul>
<li>Maintain open, welcoming, and ongoing communication with families regarding student progress that values inclusiveness and builds trust</li>
<li>Provide routine, two-way communication with families about school activities and culture, student performance and development, and school initiatives</li>
<li>Build and sustain positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with families to ensure student success</li>
<li>Engage parents and families in meaningful, reciprocal, and mutually beneficial ways to promote each student’s social, emotional, and academic development</li>
<li>Participate in parent conferences and school-wide events and contribute to the broader school community</li>
</ul>
Lead Teacher Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in Education or Curriculum and Instruction</li>
<li>At least two years of combined experience as a teacher preferred</li>
<li>Teaching license is preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Deep experience and knowledge of learning standards and student-centered curriculum</li>
<li>Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese or Spanish</li>
<li>An energetic, flexible, creative, innovative individual who can develop strengths-based, student-centered support plans that support learning for students of various abilities, including those with variously identified exceptionalities</li>
<li>Ability to excel as a member of a multidisciplinary team and an instructional team</li>
<li>Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual environment</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate and teach through a lens of diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion</li>
<li>Strong communication skills (both oral and written)</li>
</ul>
The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable in the following:
<ul>
<li>Effective bilingual and language acquisition strategies</li>
<li>Research-based, tiered instructional strategies</li>
<li>Elementary curriculum, instruction, &amp; development</li>
<li>Data analysis protocols</li>
<li>Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy</li>
<li>Anti-racist beliefs and practices</li>
<li>Responsive Classroom/Restorative Justice/Conscious Discipline</li>
<li>Readers and Writers Workshop &amp; Play-Based Centers</li>
</ul>

Elementary School Chinese Lead Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Step Into a Rewarding Career with The&nbsp;Stepping Stones&nbsp;Group!&nbsp;
&nbsp; Are you a&nbsp;compassionate&nbsp;educator with a&nbsp;big heart&nbsp;and a&nbsp;passion for making a difference? Are you ready to change the lives of students with special needs and build a brighter future&nbsp;-&nbsp;one step at a time?  &nbsp;
&nbsp; We are&nbsp;looking for&nbsp;Special Education Teachers&nbsp;to join our dynamic team&nbsp;in&nbsp;Aurora, CO, and&nbsp;we want YOU&nbsp;to be part of this exciting journey! &nbsp;
&nbsp; Qualifications:  
<ul>
<li>Master's degree in Special Education&nbsp;from an accredited institution  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Valid CDE license or certification for Special Education Teaching  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Must&nbsp;have experience&nbsp;working with children in a school setting, with a strong emphasis on supporting those with special needs  &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; Why Choose Us?  
<ul>
<li>Empowering Students&nbsp;- Help kids shine with&nbsp;your innovative&nbsp;teaching techniques and a whole lot of heart.&nbsp;You will&nbsp;make every step count! &nbsp;</li>
<li>Support &amp; Growth&nbsp;- Be part of a team that values YOU. From professional development to a caring network of colleagues,&nbsp;we are&nbsp;with you every step of the way. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; What We Offer:  
<ul>
<li>Competitive pay, Benefits, and Health and Wellness stipends&nbsp;that let you enjoy life&nbsp;inside and outside&nbsp;of school &nbsp;</li>
<li>Relocation&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;(for those looking for new adventures)! &nbsp;</li>
<li>Spread Pay Plan:&nbsp;Enjoy a consistent income throughout the year. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional Development Stipends:&nbsp;Invest in your growth with our financial support. &nbsp;</li>
<li>401(k) Plan:&nbsp;Secure your future with our retirement savings plan. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Online Resources:&nbsp;Access approved webinars, therapy ideas, and free CEUs. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Travel Positions:&nbsp;Explore new locations with our travel and relocation&nbsp;assistance. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Referral Program:&nbsp;Share the opportunity! Refer your friends and help them join our amazing team today! &nbsp;</li>
<li>A workplace where&nbsp;you are&nbsp;supported, respected, and encouraged to do your best work every day. &nbsp;  &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Are You Ready to Make an Impact?&nbsp;Join&nbsp;The&nbsp;Stepping Stones&nbsp;Group&nbsp;today, and help us&nbsp;build brighter futures, one student at a time.&nbsp;Every step you take creates a ripple effect in their world.  &nbsp;

Special Education Teacher (SPED)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Summary
The ML teacher creates a classroom environment which fosters learning and language development by establishing strong relationships with multilingual students, building a classroom community in which all learners feel comfortable, and motivating students to develop the language skills and vocabulary knowledge necessary to succeed in academic settings. Candidates should have the ability to teach the fundamental language domains of reading, writing, listening, and speaking, including how these domains relate to core subject areas of math, science, social studies, and English language arts in general.
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Support the school’s LIEP plan including:</li>
<li>Assessing students throughout the year based on WIDA Can-do descriptors and ACCESS assessment</li>
<li>Using the school provided curriculum to provide support in academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening</li>
<li>Notifying parents of ML status including the English Learner Program Placement letter</li>
<li>Monitoring ML students after exiting services</li>
<li>Differentiates instruction for every ML student in order for them to meet their language growth</li>
<li>Applies reading practices that are aligned with the Science of Reading and the Read Act.</li>
<li>Supports teachers with modifying summative assessments using the WIDA Can-do descriptors</li>
<li>Establishes a positive, supportive and engaging classroom environment for students</li>
<li>Analyzes student data to adjust instruction to meet student needs and to share and discuss at data PLCs</li>
<li>Works collaboratively with teaching partners, other colleagues, and parents/guardians</li>
<li>Regularly communicates with and plans cooperatively with grade level teams and academic leaders</li>
<li>Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.</li>
<li>Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings.</li>
<li>Participates in PLCs (professional learning communities) including data PLCs, committees, and curriculum planning PLCs</li>
<li>Maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by school procedures</li>
</ul>
Skills/Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Hold a MN teaching license in the appropriate subject matter and age group</li>
<li>Have comprehensive knowledge of WIDA standards and the Science of Reading</li>
<li>Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management</li>
<li>Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, students, and families</li>
<li>Demonstrate respect for children, colleagues, parents and school leadership</li>
<li>Can establish rapport and trusting relationships with people from diverse identities and cultural backgrounds</li>
<li>Has the ability to build deep understanding of data and implement strategies for classroom data integration</li>
<li>Having knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention &amp; Supports (PBIS) is a plus</li>
</ul>

Elementary Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Focused Staffing Group is looking for a School Psychologist in Wilmington, DE
COMPENSATION: Pays up to $65 per hour
JOB TYPE: Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate School Psychologist to join our team. The School Psychologist will provide comprehensive psychological services to students, staff, and families within our school setting. Responsibilities include consultation, assessment, intervention, and prevention services to support the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all students. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Consult and collaborate with, support, and/or coach individuals or teams of teachers/school personnel regarding classroom management, individual student needs, and data collection.</li>
<li>Participate in pre-referral problem-solving teams (e.g., academic, social-emotional/behavior MTSS).</li>
<li>Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments of current and suspected special education students.</li>
<li>Interpret data and diagnoses to school personnel, families, and students (as appropriate).</li>
<li>Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and assist in developing Behavior Support/Intervention Plans.</li>
<li>Use data and research to assist in determining when and which supports, accommodations, and/or modifications students need to be successful in educational settings.</li>
<li>Report behavioral data analysis and progress to appropriate entities.</li>
<li>Provide individual and/or group counseling as needed.</li>
<li>Provide crisis-related social-emotional and behavioral support, including participation in risk/threat screenings.</li>
<li>Participate in IEP meetings, including reporting of assessment results and progress, and providing input for decision-making (e.g., eligibility, programming, manifestation determination).</li>
<li>Participate in and provide building/district professional development.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Educational Specialist (Ed.S) degree in School Psychology or equivalent (e.g., MA, C.A.S.).</li>
<li>Must hold State of Delaware Certification as a School Psychologist.</li>
</ul>
Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
<ul>
<li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.</li>
<li>The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.</li>
<li>The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.</li>
<li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.</li>
</ul>
Standard Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment.</li>
<li>Tuberculin Test and Physical.</li>
<li>Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck.</li>
</ul>

School Psychologist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPosition: School Psychologist - Part-Time
COMPENSATION: Pays up to $70 per hour
School Psychologist will be responsible for working with scholars in grades K-8 at their assigned campus primarily focusing on assessing and identifying scholars that are eligible for specialized services, or gifted and talented support. They will also assist school teams with their response to intervention (RTI) process. The school psychologist will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other service providers and student services team members to ensure a high quality of continuum services are available to all scholars and their families. In this role it is important to have a commitment to our scholars' success and have a clear understanding of students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development influence, well-being and how this impacts academic success. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsibilities of the School Psychologist include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Manage and coordinate initial student referrals for specialized services, including gifted and talented services 
• Administer academic, cognitive, social-emotional and functional assessments to students K-8 grade for assigned campus. 
• Schedule Evaluation Team Meetings with applicable school staff and family members 
• Complete initial and triennial Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs)
• Request, organize and transfer scholars specialized services paperwork (ETRs, IEPs, FBAs, BIPs, etc)
• Assist with the development of FBAs and BIPs 
• Coordinate with outside service providers such as; social workers, case workers, or family therapists 
• Analyze scholar academic and behavioral data 
• Consult with school-based teams regarding RtI frameworks
• Evaluation and Counseling high risk scholars 
• Knowledge of universal screening in social-emotional learning and early reading and math literacy preferred
• Communicates accurately and effectively, both written and orally, to individuals, teams, staffs, and communities
• Collaborates with teams, agencies, and colleagues within school system, school community, surrounding cities, and counties
• Promotes academic achievements of scholars 
• Some direct / in-direct leadership will be required. 
• Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Education: 
Master’s or Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in school psychology required
Experience: 
• Experience working as a school interventionist or psychologist
• Experience working with students with disabilities and students with significant academic and behavioral needs
• Experience working with diverse populations (e.g., socio-economic, academic, special needs)
• Experience working with larger systems (e.g., districts, ESCs, etc.) to effect change for student achievement (academic, behavioral, social, independent living skills) preferred
• Knowledge and application of current research methodology and best practices for academic, social, and behavioral intervention for students with significant needs (both general and special education populations)
Licensure and Certification(s):
Must be a licensed School Psychologist in the state of Ohio
Technical Skills and Knowledge: 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and technical support skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with human resource policies and procedures to ensure the HRIS meets organizational needs and goals.
• Ability to keep information confidential. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
• Thorough understanding of all areas of information systems with a highly technical understanding of at least one commercial HRIS product.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, with speed, precision and accuracy
• Requires working as part of a group to solve issues and problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Performs work in an office setting with moderate levels of noise, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion using computers and phones, with exposure to fluorescent lighting
DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job posting indicates the general nature and type of work performed by the candidate within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of candidate within this classification.
Focused Staffing Group provides an equal opportunity will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionHours:
7:00AM – 3:10PM, Monday through Friday
JOB SUMMARY
Special education paraprofessional are to assist, support, and work closely with teachers, academic leaders, and other operational team members in providing educational benefits for students and overall support for the organization.
JOB FUNCTION
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Works with individual students or small groups of students with special needs to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outline by certified staff</li>
<li>Work with special needs students according to their IEP or 504 plan with accommodations as needed.</li>
<li>Covers classes for teachers as needed (Substitute). Must work with HR to obtain short call sub license if applicable.</li>
<li>Assists the certified staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing learning materials and skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.</li>
<li>Monitors work, corrects papers, and supervises curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by the certified staff.</li>
<li>Serves as the chief source of information and help to any guest teacher assigned in the absence of the regular certified staff.</li>
<li>Performs clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties as assigned by the certified staff.</li>
<li>Alerts the certified staff to any problem or special information about an individual student.</li>
<li>Performs assigned supervision of students during breakfast/lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips.</li>
<li>Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, and clothing routines.</li>
<li>When requested, serves as a resource person to other departments</li>
<li>Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environment and community.</li>
<li>Participates in in-service training programs as provided and approved.</li>
<li>Maintains safe working environment and encourages colleagues to be safety minded in the performance of all school-related duties.</li>
<li>Assists as directed by certified staff in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the Special Education Team.</li>
<li>Effectively collects and maintains evidence of meetings.</li>
</ul>
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree or successfully pass the Para Pro Test</li>
<li>Have at least 1 year of experience in an urban setting</li>
<li>Aptitude for the work to be performed</li>
<li>Interest in children and education</li>
<li>Desire to assist students with special needs in a learning environment</li>
<li>Emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved</li>
<li>Be committed to professional growth and development</li>
<li>Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management</li>
<li>Serve as a role model for promoting effective instruction and professionalism</li>
<li>Demonstrate respect for children, colleagues, parents and school leadership</li>
<li>Believe in and support the vision and mission of the school</li>
</ul>

Special Education Paraprofessional

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Your Role
 
<ul>
<li>
Provide ongoing consultation and guidance on the use of new and innovative Special Education Case Manager Job Description 
</li>
<li>
Complete academic assessments and write assessment reports, as needed, in preparation for IEPs or to assess ongoing progress 
</li>
<li>
Develop, write and manage IEPs which include annual goals for students with special needs • Coordinate appropriate curricular resources to ensure IEP objectives are met in an organized and sequential manner 
</li>
<li>
Provide consultation on curriculum accommodations which assists staff in accommodating the curriculum to meet the learning style and needs of the child with a disability
</li>
<li>
Attend staff trainings, meetings, committees, and teacher meetings 
</li>
<li>
Ensure all students on caseload are making progress on all goals 
</li>
<li>
Collaborate with specialists (OTs, SLPs and other related service providers) and school staff on monitoring student progress throughout the year, including annual IEP goals
</li>
<li>
Provide direct SAI (either via online or in person) as needed to students in accordance with their IEP and Support assigned students receiving SAI 
</li>
<li>
 Follow-up with other service providers as needed to confirm that IEP attendance, reports, and services are being completed 
</li>
<li>
Schedule and hold individual monthly phone conferences with the general education teachers and for families of students assigned to caseload, follow-up on any noted concerns 
</li>
<li>
Complete ongoing contact logs and service logs 
</li>
<li>
Be available for families on your caseload or assigned to your SAI services on an as needed basis via phone and online during school hours •
</li>
<li>
Draft Assessment Plans, Prior Written Notices, and other IEP related documents to send within timelines 
</li>
<li>
 Complete IEP Progress Reports for each student, including Related Services Provider progress as reported by the Related Services Providers. Coordinate IEPs and follow up on attendees 
</li>
<li>
 Ensure all documents are submitted and available prior to IEP meeting (psychologist’s report, related services provider reports/goals, GE/parent progress reports) and forwarded to IEP team members. 
</li>
<li>
Send all reports to parents and Obtain signatures on Assessment Plans and/or IEP documents 
</li>
<li>
Draft ITP’s and hold transition meetings, as appropriate 
</li>
<li>
 Monitor confidential tracking database for returned IEPs 
</li>
<li>
 Follow-up with parent, teacher and/or service provider concerns 
</li>
<li>
Update appropriate database(s) with services, accommodations, IEP dates and other necessary information 
</li>
</ul>
 
Other:
<ul>
<li>
Perform other duties as assigned.
</li>
</ul>
 
Required Social-Emotional Competencies:
<ol>
<li>
Emotional Intelligence:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Demonstrates self-awareness and the ability to recognize and manage one's emotions effectively.
</li>
<li>
Exhibits empathy and understanding towards others, fostering positive relationships and a supportive work environment.
</li>
<li>
Maintains composure under pressure and handles conflicts or challenging situations with tact and emotional maturity.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Teamwork and Collaboration:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Works collaboratively with colleagues, staff, and stakeholders to achieve common goals and foster a sense of unity.
</li>
<li>
Actively listens to others, values diverse perspectives, and encourages open dialogue.
</li>
<li>
Builds effective teams, delegates tasks appropriately, and promotes a culture of mutual respect and cooperation.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Flexibility and Adaptability:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Demonstrates openness and flexibility in embracing change (or different ideas) and adjusting to new circumstances or initiatives.
</li>
<li>
Adapts quickly to evolving situations and demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow from challenges.
</li>
<li>
Encourages innovation and supports creative problem-solving approaches.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Problem-Solving Skills:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Analyzes complex issues, identifies root causes, and generates creative solutions.
</li>
<li>
Applies critical thinking and sound judgment to make informed decisions.
</li>
<li>
Seeks input from relevant stakeholders and considers multiple perspectives before arriving at conclusions.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Ability to Accept and Provide Constructive Feedback:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Receives feedback with an open mind, demonstrating a growth mindset and a willingness to improve.
</li>
<li>
Provides constructive feedback to others in a respectful and supportive manner, focusing on professional growth and development.
</li>
<li>
Actively seeks feedback from colleagues and stakeholders to enhance performance and effectiveness.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Effective Communication:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Communicates clearly, confidently, and respectfully with diverse audiences, including staff, parents, students, and community members.
</li>
<li>
Listens attentively, asks thoughtful questions, and seeks to understand others' viewpoints.
</li>
<li>
Uses appropriate verbal and written communication skills to convey complex ideas and information effectively.
</li>
</ul>
<li>
Disagreeing Appropriately:
</li>
<ul>
<li>
Engages in constructive dialogue and debates while maintaining respect and professionalism.
</li>
<li>
Expresses dissenting opinions or disagreements tactfully, considering the impact on relationships and the broader goals.
</li>
<li>
Demonstrates the ability to find common ground and work towards consensus when faced with differing perspectives.
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Relationship Building:
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Builds and maintains positive and trusting relationships with staff, parents, students, and community members.
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Demonstrates approachability, active listening, and the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Cultivates a sense of community, fosters collaboration, and promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment.
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Resilience and Persistence:
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Exhibits determination and resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks.
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Maintains a positive attitude, motivates others, and leads by example during difficult times.
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Demonstrates perseverance in pursuing long-term goals and continuous improvement.
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Ethical and Professional Conduct:
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Demonstrates high ethical standards and acts with integrity in all professional interactions.
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Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion.
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Upholds professional boundaries and adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines.
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Qualifications:
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Highly Qualified status (Bachelor’s degree) (Required)
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Two years of teaching experience in a high-need, high-performing school and evidence of impact on student learning in that setting (Preferred)
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</ul>

Special Education Teacher : Hiring!

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Summary: 
The Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. This teacher evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives and measurable goals, follows state-mandated procedures, and functions as the Individual Education Plan (IEP) manager to assigned students.
Essential Functions: 
<ul>
<li>Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP</li>
<li>Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques</li>
<li>Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principals of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals</li>
<li>Develops and implements annual IEP plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals</li>
<li>Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies</li>
<li>Serves as primary contact for the parent</li>
<li>Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, on school premises, or during school activities</li>
<li>Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect consistent with school policies and procedures</li>
<li>Complies with policies, regulations, and procedures of the School; communicates effectively with parents and works collaboratively with staff</li>
<li>Displays high-level professional conduct and image at all times; establishes and maintains an acceptable attendance record; and participates in extra-curricular activities and/or leadership roles outside the classroom</li>
<li>May assist students and parents with managing behavioral difficulties including various types of disability that may cause students to learn differently</li>
<li>Skilled and experienced in teaching students with higher levels of need, if necessary including but not limited to autism, emotional support, resource room, life skills, etc.</li>
<li>May plan and deliver educational instruction to students with autism spectrum disorder, emotional disabilities, students who may need life skills support, and resource room support</li>
<li>Assists students with coping and provides techniques to help students adapt to their school community</li>
<li>Promotes classroom structure, rules and procedures</li>
<li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
Minimum Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university</li>
<li>Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance</li>
<li>Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance</li>
<li>FBI Criminal Background Clearance</li>
</ul>
PAYS UP TO $60/hour Certifications/Licenses: 
<ul>
<li>Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in Special Education</li>
</ul>
 Demonstrated Knowledge of: 
<ul>
<li>The principles, practices, and methods of special education for grade-level education</li>
<li>The contents, materials, methodologies, and practices utilized within special education at the respective grade level</li>
<li>All relevant Pennsylvania and Federal rules, statutes, and regulations governing special education</li>
<li>IEP software programs and related tools</li>
<li>Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards</li>
<li>Response to Interventions (RTII)</li>
<li>Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS)</li>
</ul>
Demonstrated Ability to: 
<ul>
<li>Assess students’ needs and learning styles and to design appropriate differentiated instruction to meet their learning difference needs</li>
<li>Use and apply simulations and technological innovations in the classroom in pursuit of instructional strategies designed to assist students with special needs</li>
<li>Use planned lessons in a manner that allows students to improve language and math skills</li>
<li>Apply critical thinking methodologies designed to assist students with learning differences</li>
<li>Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing</li>
<li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, support staff, parents and students</li>
</ul>

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