Special Education Teacher Job Listing at Kelly Services in Philadelphia, PA (Job ID US3619686_BH10016183)

Description

Job Title: K–2 Special Education Teacher

Position Overview:
Pediatric Therapeutic Services is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students in grades K–2 within a dynamic K–8 educational setting. The ideal candidate will create engaging, individualized instruction that promotes academic progress, positive behavior, and social-emotional growth. This full-time 1099 position works under the direction of the Special Education Supervisor and plays a key role in ensuring each child's success.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery
• Develop and deliver individualized lesson plans aligned with each student's IEP goals.
• Incorporate evidence-based strategies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), visual supports, and social skills instruction.
• Differentiate instruction for small groups and individual learners to meet diverse learning styles and developmental levels.

IEP Development & Management
• Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and families to create and implement effective IEPs.
• Monitor progress, update goals, and adjust instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Maintain thorough documentation of student growth and performance.

Behavioral Support
• Create a structured, positive, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters engagement and minimizes disruptions.
• Implement and monitor proactive behavioral interventions and supports.
• Model and reinforce positive social and emotional behaviors.

Collaboration & Family Engagement
• Partner with general educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers—including speech, occupational, and physical therapists—to ensure cohesive support.
• Communicate regularly with families, providing updates and strategies to support learning at home.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team planning sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Compliance & Reporting
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal special education regulations.
• Maintain accurate records for IEPs, student progress, and behavioral plans.
• Advocate for appropriate resources and supports to enhance learning outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Education (Master's preferred).
• Pennsylvania State Special Education Certification (K–8 or N–12) – Required.
• Strong instructional, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in teaching foundational math and literacy concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Dependable, responsive, and committed to student success.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Pediatric Therapeutic Services?

Looking to impact the future of children's lives? At PTS, we endeavor to find the right therapy or related service opportunities for providers who are dedicated to our passion of helping children thrive. PTS is leading the charge as a provider focused environment, in the areas of Early Intervention, School-Based Services, and Outpatient care. No need for you to navigate the pediatric therapy world alone. Committed to quality treatment and provider retention, we offer programming, solutions, and resources – Always allowing you to treat with confidence, knowing that mentors, other clinicians, clinical directors, resources, ideas, and experience surround you and are available for you to utilize.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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