Teacher - Elementary - Special Education - Emotional Support

Teacher - Elementary - Special Education - Emotional Support

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Position : Teacher - Elementary - Special Education - Emotional Support

Location : East Ward Elementary

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Effective Date : ASAP

Are you passionate about helping ALL students learn in a collaborative environment? If so, we may have the career for you! Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce an opening for all certified elementary special education teachers for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full-time, permanent contract for an Emotional Support Teacher at East Ward Elementary.

Job Summary

Primary functions include the classroom instruction of students following district curriculum and procedures.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position.
• The employee in this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as provider under such programs by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position.
• Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers.
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations.
• Exhibits excellent classroom management skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions.
• Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements (including clearance under medical assistance or other healthcare programs).
• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Benefits Eligible

Benefits are available to employees at the onset of their employment.

Health Benefits

Additional Benefits

Professional Development & Induction

Paid Time Off

Retiree Benefits

Seniority level

Employment type

Job function

EOE

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