What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher - Emotional Support Long-Term Substitute Position position at Springton Lake Middle School?
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POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE POSITION
LOCATION: SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
EFFECTIVE DATE: DECEMBER 11, 2026, thru JUNE 14, 2027
COMPENSATION: PER RTMEA AGREEMENT
The Rose Tree Media School District and Springton Lake Middle School seek a student-centered Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs through individualized instruction, targeted interventions, and collaborative educational planning. The successful candidate designs and implements standards-aligned instruction that promotes academic growth, independence, self-advocacy, and meaningful participation in the general education environment. We are seeking an educator who works effectively with students, families, teachers, and related service providers to ensure that all students receive the support necessary to achieve their goals. This is a long-term substitute position through the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
The Rose Tree Media School District is one of the premier districts in Delaware County and beyond. We offer an exceptional package of salary and benefits and a work environment that is highly collaborative and supportive.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of bachelor's degree in special education or a related field.
- Active and valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in Special Education or eligible to obtain an emergency certificate.
- Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including development, implementation, progress monitoring, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and support student growth.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to support inclusive educational practices.
- Experience implementing evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and organizational strategies to support student success.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience integrating technology and digital tools to support instruction, data collection, and student engagement.
- Current background clearances – see below.
PA CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE (Act 34)
Website:?https://epatch.pa.gov/home
FBI CLEARANCE (Act 114) For employment enter service code 1KG6XN
Online:?https://uenroll.identogo.com/
CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE (Act 151)
https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS/Public/Home
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