Overview
Special Education Teacher Jobs in Douglassville, Pennsylvania, USA at River Rock Academy
Position: Special Education Teacher – $75,000 Annual Salary
Location: Douglassville
Job Title:
Special
Education
Teacher
Location:
Douglasville, PA 19518
Employment Type:
Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary:
Based on
education
and experience
Join River Rock Academy, a Pennsylvania Department of
Education
Approved Licensed Academic School and Private Provider, dedicated to empowering students in Grades 1-12 through transformative educational services. Our programs for Elementary, Secondary Special
Education
, and Alternative
Education
offer specialized instruction, test preparation, counseling, and social skills development. With individualized transition plans and a focus on stability and
personal growth
, we celebrate student success and foster an environment of trust and support, helping each student reach their full potential.
Why Join Us?
Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as a Special Education Teacher
IEP Development & Instruction – Contribute to the development and implementation of IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to students’ individual needs and goals.
Documentation & Reporting – Submit required documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation reports, in a timely manner.
Collaboration & Communication – Work with multidisciplinary teams, parents, and staff to provide appropriate services and support student progress.
Classroom Management & Behavior Support – Maintain an organized and structured classroom while implementing behavior management strategies and crisis intervention techniques.
Assessment & Progress Monitoring – Conduct assessments, track student progress, and document behavior data to support evaluations and behavior plans.
Safety & Compliance – Ensure safety, adhere to policies (including confidentiality and PPE use), and assist students with self-care as needed.
Role Requirements
Must hold an active PA teaching certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate, Level I or II Pennsylvania Instructional Special Education Certification K-12.
Alternatively, candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate.
All teachers must have their PA license in place by August 1, 2025.
Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
At River Rock Academy, we are committed to
diversity
,
inclusion
, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Join our team
and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
Title: Special Education Teacher
Company: River Rock Academy
Location: Douglassville, Pennsylvania, USA
Category: Education / Teaching (Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Teacher)
