What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher: Wilson Reading Instructor position at Bucks County Intermediate Unit?
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Special Education Teacher/Wilson Instructor provides specialized reading instruction using the Wilson Reading System to school-age students who require structured literacy intervention. The primary responsibility of this position is to assess student reading needs, plan and deliver Wilson Reading System instruction, monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary educational teams to support student achievement.
This position requires a valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certificate and Wilson Reading System certification. Wilson certification is required to provide Wilson Reading System instruction. The employee must also hold a Pennsylvania Special Education certificate so that, if there is insufficient Wilson demand to constitute a full assignment, the employee can be assigned Special Education Teacher duties. This position is not eligible for remote work, telecommuting, or off-site work arrangements.
Professional Staff Core Essential Functions
Primary duties and responsibilities an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully fulfill the requirements of a position.
This position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance, support, and collaboration with colleagues and team members as needed to support departmental and organizational goals.
Physical Demands
This position requires regular onsite presence and includes a combination of sedentary and active physical duties. Employees are regularly required to sit, communicate effectively, use hands for fine motor tasks, and move throughout the work environment. Frequent activities may include walking, standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and positioning at student level for extended periods of time. Depending on assignment and student needs, employees may also be required to assist with transitions, mobility support, and instructional or daily living activities.
The employee must be able to lifet up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Certain assignments may require assisting students with mobility or physical support needs that exceed 25 pounds, with appropriate training and support provided in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures.
This position requires active supervision of students across various educational settings and the ability to respond appropriately and efficiently to students, classroom, or safety needs. Responsibilities may include implementing approved crisis intervention techniques, supporting students with diverse educational, behavioral, communication, and personal care needs, and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. Employees may work in environments with elevated noise levels and varying behavioral or emotional support needs.
Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must also be able to hear and interpret sounds within the environment, including student communication, alarms, and other potential safety concerns.
Regular attendance, dependable onsite presence, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Travel is required for this position and may include travel to Bucks IU locations, client sites, constituent school districts, community agencies, professional conferences, trainings, state and regional meetings, and other program-related activities. Travel requirements vary based on operational and program needs.
Education And Experience
Meet the designation of this position by showing evidence of the following:
Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.
EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer
The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
Primary Location
US-PA-DOYLESTOWN
Work Locations
Itinerant Countywide
Job
School Age Programs-Special Education Teacher, Other Positions
Organization
Bucks IU Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Job Posting
Sep 30, 2026, 2:44:08 PM
Job Summary:
The Special Education Teacher/Wilson Instructor provides specialized reading instruction using the Wilson Reading System to school-age students who require structured literacy intervention. The primary responsibility of this position is to assess student reading needs, plan and deliver Wilson Reading System instruction, monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary educational teams to support student achievement.
This position requires a valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certificate and Wilson Reading System certification. Wilson certification is required to provide Wilson Reading System instruction. The employee must also hold a Pennsylvania Special Education certificate so that, if there is insufficient Wilson demand to constitute a full assignment, the employee can be assigned Special Education Teacher duties. This position is not eligible for remote work, telecommuting, or off-site work arrangements.
Professional Staff Core Essential Functions
Primary duties and responsibilities an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully fulfill the requirements of a position.
- Regular attendance and reliable on-site presence.
- Provide Wilson Reading System instruction to eligible students through individual and/or small-group instruction.
- Assess student reading skills and instructional needs using appropriate diagnostic and progress-monitoring data.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver differentiated Wilson Reading System instruction based on student needs and instructional goals.
- Monitor, document, and analyze student progress and adjust instruction based on student performance.
- Maintain accurate and timely student instructional records, progress-monitoring data, attendance, and other required documentation.
- Communicate and collaborate regularly and professionally with students, families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary team members regarding student needs, instructional programming, progress, and strategies to support student success.
This position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance, support, and collaboration with colleagues and team members as needed to support departmental and organizational goals.
Physical Demands
This position requires regular onsite presence and includes a combination of sedentary and active physical duties. Employees are regularly required to sit, communicate effectively, use hands for fine motor tasks, and move throughout the work environment. Frequent activities may include walking, standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and positioning at student level for extended periods of time. Depending on assignment and student needs, employees may also be required to assist with transitions, mobility support, and instructional or daily living activities.
The employee must be able to lifet up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Certain assignments may require assisting students with mobility or physical support needs that exceed 25 pounds, with appropriate training and support provided in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures.
This position requires active supervision of students across various educational settings and the ability to respond appropriately and efficiently to students, classroom, or safety needs. Responsibilities may include implementing approved crisis intervention techniques, supporting students with diverse educational, behavioral, communication, and personal care needs, and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. Employees may work in environments with elevated noise levels and varying behavioral or emotional support needs.
Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must also be able to hear and interpret sounds within the environment, including student communication, alarms, and other potential safety concerns.
Regular attendance, dependable onsite presence, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Travel is required for this position and may include travel to Bucks IU locations, client sites, constituent school districts, community agencies, professional conferences, trainings, state and regional meetings, and other program-related activities. Travel requirements vary based on operational and program needs.
Education And Experience
Meet the designation of this position by showing evidence of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required.
- Pennsylvania Certificate in Special Education required.
- Valid Wilson Reading System certificate required.
- Valid Pennsylvania Reading Specialist Certificate preferred.
- Experience in Special Education and working with young children preferred.
- Basic computer skills including but not limited to word, excel, and outlook.
Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.
EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer
The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
Primary Location
US-PA-DOYLESTOWN
Work Locations
Itinerant Countywide
Job
School Age Programs-Special Education Teacher, Other Positions
Organization
Bucks IU Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Job Posting
Sep 30, 2026, 2:44:08 PM