Green Tree School And Services
Special Education Teacher
Philadelphia, PA. Posted 9 months ago
The role
You will design and deliver individualized instruction for students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs. You will collaborate with therapists, counselors, and families to promote academic, social, and emotional growth.
What you will do
- Develop and implement IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to each student's individual goals
- Maintain accurate documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation summaries
- Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and families to support student progress
- Manage classroom structure and implement behavior support strategies
- Conduct assessments, track progress, and monitor behavior data
Required qualifications
- Active Pennsylvania Teaching Certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate or Level I/II PA Instructional Special Education Certification (K–12)
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to inclusive practices, student safety, and professional growth
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Extra paid school breaks (for select roles)
- Paid holidays
- Gym discounts
- Mindfulness apps
- Prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career development programs
- Leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
About the company
Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. The school uses integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services.