Long Term Subsitute Special Education Teacher position (8AM-3:41PM) availabe August 18, 2025 to March 4, 2026 at Lehigh Elementary School.
TITLE: Special Education Learning Support Teacher
CATEGORY: Professional Staff
REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
JOB SUMMARY: Provide special educational setting and programs to enable students with disabilities to function successfully in the least restrictive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possesses Bachelor's degree or higher
Possesses valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate; dual certification is preferred
Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility through Criminal History Records, Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Physical Examination/TB Test Standard
Assures and maintains compliance with all Pennsylvania certification requirements
Possesses proficiency in the English language, with strong oral and written communication skills
Possesses ability to deal courteously and tactfully with school personnel and the public
Possesses ability to operate a computer, all software, and other office equipment as assigned
Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Possesses valid driver’s license if position requires travel around district
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of students with disabilities
Data analysis, targeting instruction, and intervention services
Remediation strategies and behavior management techniques
Instructional terminology, program philosophies, concepts, materials, methods and procedures
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the District of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.
Provides planned learning experiences in order to motivate pupils and best utilize the available time for instruction; identifies and adjusts instructional objectives in terms of student need using grade level standards and assessments
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials in accordance with site and organizational policy to provide individualized and small group, as well as whole group, instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil; develops specific plans for substitutes as necessary
Creates lesson plans that comply with PA Core Standards and/or PA Academic Standards
Analyzes school and individualized student data
Distributes, collects and grades instructional materials, homework and tests; determines student grades and forwards to appropriate personnel
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom; supports and assists in maintaining district discipline policy and the site discipline plan; develops self-discipline responsibility and leadership skills in the students
Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils manage health, emotional, social, and learning problems
Creates a classroom environment which is conducive for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers and which includes models of high standards and expectations for student work
Conducts instruction based on the written and Board approved curriculum
Adheres to the Pennsylvania Professional Standards and Practices Commission Code of Conduct
Teaches basic perceptual and academic skills on the level of the pupil's emotional, physical and intellectual needs as determined by the individualized education plan (IEP) team; participates in the preparation of the IEP and team meetings; implements written instructional plans for students
Develops student competencies that promote personal hygiene, social skills, physical development, safety skills, and vocational awareness, as needed by each individual student
Administers multiple-measure assessment tests in accordance with the testing program and IEP goals
Promotes School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS)
Maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports; communicates with parents on the individual pupil’s progress
Serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team for re-evaluation as assigned
Confers with parents and professional staff members on each student's progress
Arranges with school administrators and other IEP team members for integration of pupils into regular (inclusionary) classes for instruction in areas where students can meet success; collaborates with regular education teacher(s) on the monitoring of student’s progress in the inclusionary classroom
Maintains regular and timely attendance
SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintains professional competence through staff development activities and/or selfselected professional growth activities
Administers to the health needs of students, as needed
Supervises pupils in outofclassroom activities during the assigned working day
Participates in meetings, conferences and in-services as assigned
Performs related duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Possesses ability to access, input and generate output of data from a computer
Possesses ability to understand directions and instructions in order to perform duties
Possesses ability to effectively communicate in order to exchange information
MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY - select A, B, C or D for the Lifting & Body Movements
A B C D
NOT AT ALL OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY
0% 1 - 33% 34 - 66% 67 - 100%
TRANSPORT:
Up to 10 lbs: C 11 to 20 lbs: B Beyond 20 lbs: B
MOBILITY:
Possesses ability to move about the classroom to access materials and files: C
Possesses ability to position self to work with students, staff and the public: D
Possesses ability to transport materials and supplies to appropriate locations: C
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with the PSEA-NEA Agreement
Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization
4/8/19