Elementary Special Education Teacher

Description

Special Education Teacher – Elementary Autistic Support

Seeking 2 Substitutes

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly supportive educational environment focused on helping students with autism achieve academic, social, and behavioral success.

Position Highlights

• Location: Neshaminy School District
• Setting: Elementary Autistic Support Classroom
• Class Size: Up to 8 students per classroom
• Schedule: PRN, M-F: 8:20-3:35 pm
• Salary: $160/day rate, Substitute position is a daily rate 
• Position Start: Immediately

Being a Special Ed Teacher at Devereux has its advantages. We offer:

• Excellent health benefits effective 30 days after employment
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance through our ASCEND Program
• Mission-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment for elementary-aged students with autism.
• Collaborate with related service providers, school staff, and families to support student growth and achievement.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and district requirements.
• Implement evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies to promote student success.

About DESS:

Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions (DESS) provides support to schools around early learning, academic interventions, safety practices and the assessment and treatment of students with complex behaviors, cognitive challenges and communication needs. We use evidence-based practices with an emphasis on assisting school systems with special education populations.  

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required, Master’s degree in special education preferred. PA Department of Education certification as teacher preferred.
• At least one year of experience in an educational setting working with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations. Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Requires ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines.
• Significant and frequent amounts of walking, standing and lifting of 10 lbs. or more is required. Must be able to present through verbal and written communication, as well as develop visual media.
• Travel required as needs dictate. Requires repetitive use of wrists/hands/legs, including long periods of time operating office equipment.
• Free of dependency and abuse of illegal drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical or controlled substances.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.    

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. 

Our Culture, Our Expectations  

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

What Devereux Offers You 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program. 

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!  

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE

Compensation: 55000 to 65000 (USD)