SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (LS)

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER: 2025- 2026 START DATE: August 19, 2025 The Preparatory Charter High School is a tuition-free, college preparatory schooling option for Philadelphia students in grades nine through twelve. Our mission is to promote a nurturing and challenging atmosphere where students will achieve high academic standards and develop essential career skills. We offer full support for English Language Learners, (ELL/ESL) and Special Education populations. The oldest charter school in Philadelphia, our sound record for safety and education speaks for itself. We welcome the best candidates to become a part of our dynamic family. The Opportunity: We are seeking a full-time inspired and dynamic educator to join our team and provide a top quality education for all of our students. Whether you are starting your teaching career or are looking to launch a new chapter, your passion and experience will be deeply valued and your opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless. Your natural talents will be fostered and we will provide the support to help you be an incredibly effective teacher. You will engage in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture. Qualifications: • PA Special Education Certification K-12 or 9 - 12. • Experience teaching successfully in an urban setting. • Genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success. • The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom community. • A positive mindset and a drive for personal excellence. • A strong sense of professional responsibility as well as personal accountability for student achievement. • Outstanding instructional skills driven by data delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Serve as a resource to classroom teachers to help IEP students achieve academically in the classroom. • Advocate for the needs of the Special Education students. • Case manager of approximately 15 - 20 students. • Maintain accurate and compliant IEP’s and communicate ongoing with the IEP team. • Participate in ongoing professional development including Sped staff meetings. • Lead IEP meetings with the LEA and the IEP team. • Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication. Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement • Teacher certification- PA Special Education Certified • Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities • Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students • Demonstrated expertise in subject area • Current Clearances required Job Type: Full-time Required education: • Bachelor's Degree Required license or certification: • 9-12 PA Special Education Certification Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $53,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday License/Certification: • Special Education Certification (Required) Work Location: In person