Special Education Teacher - Pressley Ridge Day School Pittsburgh

Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.

Pressley Ridge Benefits

The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.

• Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
• Prescription coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
• Wellness incentive (up to $250)
• 403b with up to 9% employer give/match
• Free life insurance and AD&D
• Paid sick time (up to 15 days)
• Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher (SET) is responsible for collaborating within the classroom team in the development, implementation, and monitoring of effective, individualized academic and behavioral programming for students. Addresses the unique educational, communication, and social/emotional needs of the student and provides support/guidance to the team.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Assure effective academic and behavioral programming for each student which results in high rates of academic progress and successful program completion.
2. Develop, implement, review, and report on Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
3. Develop and implement a classroom/behavioral management system in collaboration with the classroom team. 
4. Assure effective behavioral health planning to increase each student’s social and emotional learning skills.
5. Assure the continuous safety of all students.
6. Assure the continuing development of professional skills.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licensure: 

a. Requires PA State Teacher Certification in Special Education. 

b. Requires a bachelor's degree in special education. 

c. Requires valid state driver's license, safe driving record, and current auto insurance. 

Clearances Required by Applicable Regulations: 

a. State Police 

b. FBI

c. Child Abuse Clearances

d. Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training certificate and/or statement 

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands. This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity. Employee must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, Speech and Vision. 
• Environmental. School and Community
• Working Hours. As assigned