Special Education Teacher (Learning Support) Job at Pottsgrove School District

Pottsgrove School District Pottstown, PA 19464

  • JobID: 566
  • Position Type:
    Special Education/Pupil Services/LD/ED Teacher
    Date Posted:
    12/1/2022
    Location:
    Pottsgrove Middle School
    Closing Date:
    01/06/2023


    Thank you for your interest in the Pottsgrove School District! We are located in southwestern Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, approximately 40 miles northwest of Philadelphia. Our District strength lies in strong community support for our schools, a dedicated staff, and an active student body.
    Quick District Facts:

    • Our mission is to educate and inspire all students to excel as productive, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners.
    • We have five operating school buildings utilizing 610,925 square feet of building space and 161.8 acres of land.
    • The District serves over 3,000 students and 450 staff members across five schools.
    • We are one of three school districts (Spring-Ford & Upper Perkiomen) in Montgomery County that sends students to the Western Montgomery Career and Technical Center in preparation for direct entry into the workplace or to continue on to higher education.
    • Pottsgrove students have scored an average of 1,099 on the SAT College Entrance exam, exceeding the National Average of 1,096.

    An immediate opening exists for a Learning Support Special Education Teacher at Pottsgrove Middle School. Pottsgrove teachers develop curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. Secondary special education certification required. Teaching position involves direct instruction, co-teaching, case management, and collaboration. The successful candidate must possess clear communication skills, effective instructional talents, ability to create and monitor appropriate special education documents, and establish relationships with students, colleagues and families. They track the progress of their students and create reports to inform parents about their progress. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning. This position will be part of the close-knit community of Pottsgrove staff who positively impact the lives of students each day.
    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
    • Active and valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate for the middle/secondary grade levels preferred.
    • PA Special Education K-12 certification preferred.
    • Prior teaching experience while not required may be preferred.
    • An understanding of the latest instructional strategies in academic areas.
    • Valid clearances dated within one year.


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Work cooperatively with the principal, subject supervisors and other staff members to develop an integrated educational program for children.
    • Assess the attitudes, skills and abilities of children for effective teaching and learning each marking period as well as on an annual basis.
    • Provide meaningful, appropriate learning experiences for assigned groups of children including differentiated instruction to meet individual needs of children.
    • Properly refer to the IST process those children experiencing unusual difficulties.
    • Effectively implement IEP’s of identified children using the resources that are provided.
    • Maintain a plan book as directed by the principal and submit plan book for review upon request. Have daily plans readily available for the use of a substitute in the event of absence.
    • Appropriately integrate technology into the teaching learning process.
    • Evaluate children’s progress as a basis for planning and reporting to parents.
    • Complete and record students’ progress and attendance on appropriate records or documents.

    LOCATION: Pottsgrove Middle School

    SALARY: Placement on Professional salary schedule based on related experience and education.

    Must have current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances




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