Instruction Conducted in the Home Special Education Teacher

FAIRVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT – POSITION DESCRIPTION

2025-2026

LOCATION:  Fairview School District/Student’s Home

POSITION TITLE:  Instruction Conducted in the Home Special Education Teacher (Between 10-20 hours per week to include planning time or hours determined by the IEP team).

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree
2. Pennsylvania certification: In Special Education (N-12) or (PreK-8)
3. Experience with working with students with disabilities

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education/Building Level Administration

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and implement Special Education student Individual Education Plans (IEPs) according to PDE regulations reflecting Pennsylvania State Standards.
2. Help develop and collaborate with the necessary staff for upcoming Re-Evaluation Reports according to PDE regulations.
3. Implement an instructional program for assigned students and show written evidence of sessions and preparation as required
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Demonstrate a variety of teaching methods and techniques that motivate students to perform at their optimum ability level.
6. Display skill in working with regular education teachers in the area of differentiated instruction so that special education needs can be addressed in this environment.
7. Partner with general education staff to provide needed adaptations and/or accommodations to the general education curriculum.
8. Maintain frequent, positive written and verbal contacts with parents, teachers and administrators regarding program issues and student progress.
9. Participate in school-wide committees fostering school safety and character development.
10. Participate in professional organizations and professional staff development activities to remain current and to ensure continued growth in the field of Special Education.
11. Demonstrate appropriate use of classroom management techniques.
12. Communicate sound behavior management strategies to regular education teachers and parents via in-services, open house, individual meetings, and printed material.
13. Work cooperatively with all special education and regular education staff and paraprofessionals to provide quality programming for our special education students, addressing individual needs in all learning environments.
14. Adhere to all district policies and procedures, maintaining professionalism at all times.
15. Obtain and maintain all necessary training in the area of Handle With Care (HWC), PANS, and/or other related disability areas
16. Demonstrate the ability to provide individualized reading instruction to students below grade level using a researched based program (i.e. - Wilson Reading System).

SALARY: Per F.E.A. Contract (Hourly Rate)

APPLY TO:  Dr. Justin Zona, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - via the

employment tab at www.fairviewschools.org

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Per the F.E.A. Contract