Special Education Teacher at Green Tree School
Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a mission-driven organization? Do you want to join a fast-growing company with excellent benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and so much more?
Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to teach and mentor students. As a Special Education Teacher, you will play an integral role in the success of our students while overseeing the classroom team and dynamics. This is a full-time, ten-month position to provide general classroom instruction for students with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, serious Emotional Disturbance or Development Delays.
What we offer
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000.00 to support your move to the area.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, and vision coverage, plus employer-paid short-term disability and flexible spending options.
Financial Wellness: Benefit from a 401k with up to 4% company match, company HSA contributions, and employer-paid short-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance.
Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid school breaks, paid holidays, 4 personal days, 8 sick days, and 3 days of bereavement leave.
Career Growth: Access tuition reimbursement, assistance programs, and advancement opportunities.
Well-Being Support: Get confidential counseling, life coaching, and mindfulness resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Recognition & Perks: Celebrate your impact with employee rewards, peer nominations, and exclusive discounts.
Primary Responsibilities
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Lead the IEP process, including developing plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and preparing necessary paperwork to support student success.
Engaging Instruction: Design and deliver creative, tailored lesson plans that align with IEP goals, using a variety of teaching strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Classroom Leadership: Foster a positive, organized, and inclusive classroom environment while providing guidance and leadership to support staff.
Behavior Support: Implement behavior management strategies and non-violent crisis intervention techniques to ensure a safe and effective learning space.
Student Progress: Track and document student progress, including grades, behavior data, and other assessments, to inform instruction and drive goal achievement.
Collaboration: Work closely with families, team members, and school districts to ensure the best outcomes for each student.
Parent Communication: Partner with parents to encourage involvement and maintain open lines of communication.
Administrative Duties
Documentation: Submit lesson plans, IEPs, progress reports, and other required paperwork accurately and on time.
Meetings: Actively participate in IEP meetings, team discussions, and other required sessions to contribute to student development plans.
Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and maintain confidentiality in line with company policies and FERPA regulations.
Secondary Responsibilities
Support Services: Assist in implementing programs created by physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists.
Field Trips and Activities: Supervise and support students during outdoor activities and school trips.
Environment Maintenance: Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
Professional Development: Participate in training sessions and supervision meetings to stay updated on best practices.
Additional Duties: Travel to other school locations as needed and complete other assigned tasks to support school operations.
Role Requirements
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in special education, education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Certification Requirements: Must hold an active Pennsylvania teaching certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate or Level I/II Pennsylvania Instructional Special Education Certification (K-12).
Alternative Qualification: Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may be eligible for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate.
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Crisis Intervention Skills: Ability to perform crisis intervention techniques, including verbal and physical redirection, to support students with challenging behaviors.
Mobility Requirements: Must be able to react quickly and provide physical redirection to ensure student safety in situations where students may be at risk of harming themselves or others.
Emergency Preparedness: Ability to physically assist students during emergency evacuations and other critical situations.
Interview Process
Resume Review
Phone Interview
Leadership Interview
Classroom Observation
Reference Checks
Offer Extension
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
New Story Schools is proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
