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The Arc of Pennsylvania
Program Specialist – Inclusive Education
Philadelphia PA Area
The Arc of Pennsylvania is seeking a passionate and dedicated Program Specialist to support our core program, Include Me. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by working with participants of all ages in both school settings and community environments.
At The Arc of Pennsylvania, we believe that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve equal educational and employment opportunities and full inclusion in all aspects of life.
About Include Me
The mission of Include Me is to develop, support, and enhance disability-inclusive practices across Pennsylvania. We partner with school districts to create comprehensive, customized plans that meet the unique needs of districts, educators, students, and families. Program Specialists play a critical role in strengthening inclusive education capacity and ensuring students have equal access to education, community participation, and lifelong opportunities.
Position Overview
The Program Specialist provides direct support to schools and educators to advance inclusive education practices. This is a hybrid position: when not providing in-school support, the Program Specialist will work remotely from a home office.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver professional development trainings and provide follow-up support to assist with implementation and troubleshooting
- Consult on:
- Behavioral supports
- Sensory supports
- Curricular adaptations and modifications
- Learning environment design
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Assistive technology
- Model best practices for inclusive education for teachers, paraprofessionals, and school staff
- Conduct classroom observations, take field notes, and provide recommendations for accommodations, adaptations, and modifications
- Identify and work to reduce barriers to full inclusion and meaningful participation in academics and peer interactions
- Maintain a roster of supported school buildings and students (with appropriate consents)
· Co-facilitate inclusive student-facing programs virtually and/or in-school ranging from 4-30 students.
- Collaborate closely with The Arc of Pennsylvania’s Program Director to define success criteria, measure effectiveness of initiatives, and report outcomes
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field or equivalent experience
- Ability to obtain the following Pennsylvania clearances:
- Act 34
- Act 151
- Act 126
- Act 114
- Act 168
- Strong understanding of and commitment to inclusion and inclusive practices.
- Proven ability to implement inclusive activities in general education settings.
- Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities across multiple sites.
- Adaptable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to view challenges from multiple perspectives.
- Comfortable presenting to both small and large groups.
- Co-facilitate inclusive student-facing programs virtually and/or in-school ranging from 4-30 students.
- Willingness and ability to travel, including overnight and evening events.
- Strong computer skills, including data entry and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel.
Why Join The Arc of Pennsylvania?
- Meaningful, mission-driven work
- Opportunity to positively impact students, educators, and communities statewide
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Flexible hybrid work structure
- Excellent health benefits and generous PTO and holidays
The Arc of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19102
Salary : $52,000 - $55,000