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Devereux
Special Ed Lead Teacher
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What they do
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 Ed Lead Teacher Devereux
- 3.0 Langhorne, PA Job Details Full-time $62,000
- $72,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Tuition reimbursement 403(b) Qualifications School experience Working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Teaching Certification Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in classroom management Special education law Master's degree Classroom behavior modification Working with students IEP development Teaching students with autism spectrum disorder Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Full Job Description Description:
Seeking Special Ed Lead Teacher, working in Neshamiy Public School District Interviewing for fall 2026, position starts 08/19/20. DESS partners with child-serving institutions to provide services in early learning, behavioral and mental health treatment, academic interventions, and prevention programming. We also offer direct staff placement, diagnostic evaluations, and consultation services to school districts. Being a Special Ed Lead Teacher at Devereux has its advantages As an Special Ed Lead Teacher you will work with students with autistic support needs within the Neshamiy School District. Reporting to the Special Education Teacher, among other duties, this position will: Support a Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions program—specifically special education classrooms; provides supervision and coaching to program teachers that will result in the achievement of the educational, social, and emotional, as well as the transition and employment goals of the students, and the professional development of the staff. Includes supporting the development, maintaining, and evaluating the range of direct and support services provided to students in elementary school. The position requires knowledge of PDE, IDEA, and chapter 14 regulations, as well as competency in IEPs, positive behavior support strategies, classroom management, andMTSS/PBIS.
The position requires successful relationships with school district leadership, supervisees and consultees in the programs, and colleagues in the education services division.Schedule:
M-F:
8-4pm: This position is aligned with the school calendar and is a full-time role covering a 10-month period and opportunites for extended school year program in summer break.Salary Range:
$62,000- 72,000 What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners.
Qualifications:
Job Qualifications:
Master's degree in special education or related field required. PA Department of Education certification as teacher (Level 1 or 2) required. At least three years of experience in an educational setting working with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations. Strong organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines. Significant and frequent amounts of walking, standing and lifting of 10 lbs. or more is required. Must be able to present through verbal and written communication, as well as develop visual media. Travel required as needs dictate. Requires repetitive use of wrists/hands/legs, including long periods of time operating office equipment. Free of dependency and abuse of illegal drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical or controlled substances. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.Company Overview:
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults- and their families
- every year.
Our Mission:
Devereux changes lives- by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
- every day
- for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.
- offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors
- is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world
- one person, one family, one community at a time.