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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.
$73,498 / year median in Pennsylvania
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Special Education Teacher
Lower Merion School District
Belmont Hills Elementary School - Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Lower Merion School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5910529
Application Deadline:
Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Lower Merion School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher at Belmont Hills Elementary School.
PA Certification in Special Education required. Additional PA Certification in Math, ELA, Reading Specialist or Autism Endorsement preferred. Out-of-state educators should explore PA's reciprocity guidelines set by the PA Department of Education. Pennsylvania Certification information is available at https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/OutOfState/Pages/default.aspx
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students and experience working with students with various types of educational disabilities required. Experience supporting students with behavioral, social, and emotional needs at the elementary level preferred. Experience supporting students with behavioral, social, and emotional needs preferred.
Good standing relative to Act 48 credits. Child abuse, PA State Police and FBI clearances (no less than one year from date of hire).
This is a contract position starting in the 2026-27 school year. Salary and benefits set by LMEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. To better assist you in your application and interview process, please review our Professional Applicant Information.
The District strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race; color; creed; religion; sex; age; national origin; ethnicity; marital status; sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity; honorably discharged veteran or military status; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. Please contact Kyra Gordon for accommodation requests at gordonk@lmsd.org.
Position Type:
Full-Time