Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Education Lead Teacher- Preschool Special Education

Job Location

Philadelphia, PA, United States

Job Description

Job Description Job Description Company Description Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a leading nonprofit provider of disability services. We primarily serve children from birth to 8 years with a variety of disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, spina bifida and physical and developmental delays. Our services include Approved Private School, special classrooms, summer programs, assistive technology, early intervention programs and various outpatient speech, physical and occupational therapy programs. Our team combines expertise and passion to provide exceptional services to meet the needs of every client we serve. Join our community of like-minded individuals, to make a lasting impact, and be part of a rewarding career that fosters diversity, compassion, and independence. Be part of our mission to provide exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play and their communities. Job Description Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania's Approved Private School is looking for an energetic and passionate PDE certified Teacher to function as the Approved Private School Lead Teacher or our special education preschool. This Lead role will provide classroom instruction, mentorship, and IEP compliance. Teachers in our Approved Private School will be responsible for developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents and community resources, adherence to core curriculum and case management, and implementation of special education documents. Easterseals offers the right candidate an opportunity to become part of our multi-disciplinary supportive team working with children with disabilities and their families in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The successful candidate will possess knowledge of IEP’s, excellent communications skills, and the ability to manage a classroom as well as guide classroom staff. The position is based at our Philadelphia school located in West Allegheny. This is a fulltime benefits eligible position working a 44-week schedule. We strive to hire those who are passionate about the pediatric special needs population, have strong communications skills, enjoy a team environment and want to make a difference in the lives of those they assist. Get to know more about us to see what you could be a part of at www.easterseals-sepa.org Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education required. PDE Certification in Special Education or Mentally and/or Physically Handicapped required. Minimum five years teaching experience preferred. Prior experience working with children with autism and/or behavioral challenges required. Additional Information • Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization for public service loan forgiveness eligibility purposes. • Please review the background check requirements information located on the ‘Careers’ page of our website: https://www.easterseals.com/sepa/who -we-are/careers-at-easter-seals/ • Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.

Location: Philadelphia, PA, US

Posted Date: 4/6/2025
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April 6, 2025
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