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Middle School Special Education Teacher
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$73,405 / year median in Delaware
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Openings as of 8/25/2026 force display?
True Openings as of 8/25/2026
True Openings as of 8/25/2026
Middle School Special Education Teacher JobID:
24393Position Type:
Middle School/ Special Education Date Posted:
8/24/2026Location:
Charter School of New Castle (High-Needs School)Date Available:
09/07/2026District:
Charter School of New CastleJOB TITLE
Special Education Position (6-8)REPORTS TO
PrincipalLOCATION
New Castle, DE 19720OVERVIEW:
Founded in 2006, Charter School of New Castle is split between two buildings, a K-4 Elementary School with about 500 students and a 5-8 Middle School on Lukens Drive in New Castle with about 300 students. Charter School of New Castle is a family-focused charter school that prides itself on staff collaboration, and community engagement. At Charter School of New Castle, we provide our students with a well-rounded educational experience which is intellectually stimulating and builds a foundation for success.Position Goal:
The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for serving students with the highest needs in for math and ELA. The teacher will play an essential role in the growth and development of each of our students. The teacher will own the responsibility to plan, instruct, assess, lead, mentor, and guide each of the students on his/her caseload to academic success overcoming all hurdles and obstacles to ensuring academic success. The teacher is also responsible for the successful design, development, and implementation of academic lessons, working with other teachers and staff to analyze, assess, and improve the educational experience for our studentsMinimum Requirements:
The ideal candidate will possess the following:Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution. Has or is eligible for State of Delaware certification as teacher in grade or content area.Experience :
at least one year of teaching experience (two years experience preferred) an oustanding record of elevating student achievement in an urban classroom, with a strong understanding of pedagogy that drives results satisfactory criminal, child abuse, and FBI clearancesMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Develops standards-based, measurable IEP goals based on data and individual instructional needs Create draft IEPs for students on his/her caseload Engages in ongoing weekly monitoring of student progress through structured data collection Attends and serves as an integral part of the IEP team for students on his/her caseload Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals Works closely with regular education teachers, special education staff, and outside resources to assist students with disabilities Maintains a caseload of approximately 20 students in elementary and middle schoolsSkills/Traits:
Charter School of New Castle educators must:- be driven to improve the minds and lives of students from underserved communities
- be dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help ALL students achieve academic success
- be passionate about academic learning and insistent on academic excellence and rigor at all times
- be self-aware and know how to treat all members of the schools community with respect
- be reflective and accurately able to appraise his or her strengths and weakenesses
- work urgently and be able to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
- be detail-oriented and self-directed with the ability to work independently and with a team
- act entreprenurially as an initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinker
- be effective communicators with all stakeholders both orally and in written form
- be able to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
- be detail-oriented and self-directed and able to work independently on short and long term projects
COMMITMENT AND COMPENSATION
Length of Work Year:
10 months, select Saturdays, and occasional evening and weekend commitments will also be required; occasional travel throughout the state and region.Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is based on salary scale with qualifications and experience. Performance bonuses based off of exemplary student achievement are available. The state benefit package offers a menu of options including medical, dental, flexible spending, and pension plans. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/25/2026 9:14:39 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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