Special Education Teacher

Location

Bethlehem, PA | United States

Job description

Buxmont Academy, a Pennsylvania licensed private academic school, is seeking a full -time special education teacher for their Bethlehem campus. If you enjoy working with at-risk students, have excellent interpersonal skills, and enjoy learning, this position is for you.

Our special education teachers are dedicated and caring! They provide necessary support to both students and their team. They promote a healthy community and encourage positive change. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8am-4pm, Fridays until 3pm. Buxmont Academy offers a competitive salary, 401K retirement plan, paid time off, and health, vision, and dental insurances. We also have free ACT 48 Credit professional development offerings, Employee Assistance Program, holiday and summer breaks and the opportunity to receive a free graduate certificate in restorative practices from the IIRP Graduate School. If you want a position that supports your own professional and personal growth, then apply today!

Buxmont Academy has six campuses in southeastern PA and uses restorative practices to encourage students to grow academically and emotionally. Our teachers, counselors, and support staff work together to build a healthy community environment for our students.

Primary responsibilities for the special education teacher position include providing 1-on-1 and small group tutoring to students grades 7-12, creating and monitoring Individual Education Plans (IEP), and conducting IEP meetings.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor's degree or higher level of education, and either PA special education certification or the ability to obtain certification. We welcome qualified candidates who are interested in becoming teachers. We also welcome retired teachers who miss being in the classroom!

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Desire to teach secondary school-aged students and ability to adapt to their developmental status.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high stress situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills .
• T he capacity to work effectively both independently and with a team .
• Proficient computer skills .

Buxmont Academy is an EOE employer. To apply, please submit your resume along with contact information. To learn more about our history and restorative practices, please visit csfbuxmont.org.

Qualified candidates will possess satisfactory State Criminal Record Check, State Child Abuse and FBI checks.

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Salary

$40k