About the role
Job Description
Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania seeks an energetic and passionate Special Education Teacher to serve young children with disabilities within our Approved Private School (APS) preschool program at the Philadelphia location.
The Special Education Teacher will:
* Lead the classroom team, including classroom assistants, to ensure consistent implementation of lesson plans, student supports, and a safe, positive learning environment.
* Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
* Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and adjust instruction and strategies to meet individual needs.
* Design and deliver engaging lesson plans that promote academic, social, and developmental growth.
* Collaborate with related service providers (OT, PT, SLP, etc.) to integrate therapeutic and educational supports throughout the school day.
* Communicate regularly with families about student progress, IEP goals, and strategies for continued growth at home.
* Support students’ personal care and developmental needs in a nurturing, inclusive classroom setting.
This position offers the opportunity to join a well-established program that values teamwork, professional growth, and the joy of helping young children with disabilities thrive.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education required.
* Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification required.
* Experience with preschool or early childhood special education strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated knowledge of IEP development, compliance, and progress monitoring.
* Strong leadership skills to guide and support classroom assistants and foster a collaborative team environment.
* Excellent communication and family engagement skills.
Additional Information
* Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization for public service loan forgiveness eligibility purposes. * Please review the background check requirements information located on the ‘Careers’ page of our website: https://www.easterseals.com/sepa/who-we-are/careers-at-easter-seals * Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.