2026-2027 Anticipated Secondary Special Education/Comprehensive Instruction Support Teacher

POSITION: 2026-2027 Anticipated Secondary Special Education & Comprehensive Instructional Support Teacher

LOCATION: Delmar Middle School

200 N. Eighth Street

Delmar, DE 19940

Qualifications

• Valid Delaware certification as a Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Grades K-12); Required
• Satisfactory Child Protection Registry
• Mantoux skin test/PPD documentation
• Cooperative Attitude
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and parents.
• The State of Delaware requires all public school employees to undergo a criminal background check (state and federal) to determine suitability for employment.
• Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory criminal background check, which is the responsibility of the employee.
• The State of Delaware requires new employees to be paid by direct deposit and to be part of a lag payroll system as conditions of employment.
  
  

Essential Responsibilities

• Create and teach lesson plans, aid students in understanding subject matter, and ensure that regular classroom routines are followed in accordance with school guidelines.
• Provide direct instruction and support to students with disabilities in inclusive classroom settings, ensuring access to the curriculum and participation in service learning experiences.
• Facilitate small group instruction and intervention sessions to address specific learning needs and remediate skill deficits for students with disabilities.
• Maintain an orderly and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning, enforcing school rules and classroom behavior expectations consistently.
• Maintain communication with students, parents/guardians, and school staff as needed.
• Ensure implementation of IEP services in accordance with IDEA and Delaware regulations.
• Modify and adapt curriculum materials and instructional strategies to meet the unique learning needs and goals outlined in each students IEP.
• Monitor student progress, adjust instructional strategies as needed, and document student achievements and challenges in alignment with IEP objectives.
• Use data-driven assessments and progress monitoring tools to identify areas of strength and areas for growth and tailor instructional activities to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with and communicate regularly with parents/guardians to develop partnerships that support student learning and well-being, including participation in IEP meetings, goal-setting conferences, and workshops on special education topics.
• Collect, analyze, and report progress monitoring data toward annual IEP goals and objectives and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student assessments, progress reports, and IEP documentation in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as IEP case manager for assigned students, including writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); coordinating team input; facilitating meetings; and ensuring implementation and compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and student support planning sessions to develop comprehensive plans for addressing the academic, social, and emotional needs of students with disabilities.
• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions to support students in achieving academic, social, and behavioral goals.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Make reasonable efforts to provide for the care and protection of school property, equipment, and materials.
• Practice sound interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Maintain a professional relationship, working cooperatively with all school personnel.
• Collaborate with related service providers (OT, PT, SLP, School Psychologist, etc.) to support integrated programming and student progress.
• Participate in department or team meetings, professional development, and other school-related duties as requested.
• Report to work on time every workday, except as afforded by existing law.
• Carefully plan for substitute teachers when unable to attend school and relate lessons to the state content standards in the core content areas as well as in specific content area.
• Perform other duties as directed by the school administration.
• The teacher must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is required to fluently speak and understand English.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers, and reach with hands and arms.
• While performing the duties of this job, expect occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Reports to work on time every workday, except as afforded by existing law
  
  

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

SALARY: As per State and Local Salary Schedules for FY27 based upon experience and educational degree Microsoft Word - FY26 Teacher Scales Combined - Word

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 17, 2026

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

The Delmar School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.

El Distrito Escolar de Delmar es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y no discrimina a empleados, solicitantes, visitantes u otros, y no niega el acceso a servicios educativos o de otro tipo, basándose en cualquier característica prohibida por la ley.