Special Education Teacher

About the role

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. Explore how you can help transform lives and impact communities.

As a Special Education Teacher at Green Tree School & Services, you’ll play a key role in helping students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs build the skills and confidence to succeed. You’ll design and deliver individualized instruction, foster a supportive classroom environment, and collaborate closely with therapists, counselors, and families to promote each student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.

What You’ll Need

• Active Pennsylvania Teaching Certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate or Level I/II PA Instructional Special Education Certification (K–12)
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to inclusive practices, student safety, and professional growth

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement IEPs, lesson plans, and instructional strategies tailored to each student’s individual goals
• Maintain accurate documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation summaries
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and families to support student progress and consistency across settings
• Manage classroom structure and implement behavior support strategies to promote positive outcomes
• Conduct assessments, track progress, and monitor behavior data to inform instruction and interventions