Job detail
Special Education Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year
River Rock Academy
#Full Time#Multidisciplinary Team#Behavior Support Plans#On-site#Classroom Management#Behavioral Challenges#Special Education#IEP Goals#Pennsylvania Certification#Positive Behavioral Interventions#Student Progress Documentation#Academic Challenges
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Location
Jeannette, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
The teacher will create engaging, individualized learning experiences by developing lessons aligned with each student’s IEP goals and fostering a positive classroom culture. Responsibilities also include managing classroom behavior, tracking student progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent support.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification, along with experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior support plans. Essential skills include knowledge of behavior management, strong communication, problem-solving, and effective classroom leadership.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborationProgress TrackingBehavior ManagementLesson PlanningBehavior Support PlansIEP DevelopmentClassroom LeadershipStaff MentoringPositive Behavioral Interventions
Job description
- At River Rock Academy, we provide specialized education and counseling for students facing behavioral and academic challenges.
- Guided by values of growth, resilience, and empowerment, we help students find the internal power to succeed.
- Join us and help students create brighter futures.
- As a Special Education Teacher at River Rock Academy, you will create engaging, individualized learning experiences that help students succeed academically and behaviorally.
- You’ll develop lessons aligned with each student’s IEP goals, foster positive classroom culture, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent progress and support.
- What You’ll Need Bachelor’s degree and valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification Experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior support plans Knowledge of behavior management and positive behavioral interventions Strong communication, problem-solving, and classroom leadership skills Ability to work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and service providers What You’ll Do Develop and deliver lessons tailored to individual student goals and learning needs Manage classroom behavior and maintain a safe, structured environment Track and document student progress, assessments, and IEP components Collaborate with staff, families, and external partners to support each student’s development Lead and mentor classroom staff to ensure consistent instruction and student support Why You’ll Love Working Here Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting Health, dental, and vision insurance Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you River Rock Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401k
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Disability Coverage
- Career Development Programs
- Leadership Training
- Prescription Savings
- Gym Discounts
- Paid School Breaks
- Mindfulness Apps