Specialized Education Services·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The role involves providing academic, social, and emotional services to K-12 students with special needs using data-driven instructional models. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, implementing behavior support strategies, and tracking student progress toward goals.
Shine on as a SPED teacher.
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting.
SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students.
Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students.
Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within.
Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.
What you can expect from us.
Diverse career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.
Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.
Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI’s own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.
An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.
Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.
Realize the joy of possibility by providing academic, social, and emotional services for students who need additional support to shine in school. Utilize SESI’s proven instructional models, strategies, and curriculum. Conduct frequent and appropriate assessments, use data to develop and implement instructional plans, and collaborate with school teams and families to drive outcomes.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred. Commitment to learning and implementing feedback. Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
USD $50,000.00 - USD $55,000.00 /Yr. Physical Requirements
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required, and a valid teaching certification is preferred. Candidates must be flexible, open to feedback, and capable of meeting the physical demands of a classroom environment.
Market context
Pennsylvania schools often look for teacher-in-training candidates as districts prepare for staffing needs and classroom support roles. This role is competitive because employers typically want a bachelor’s degree, prefer valid certification, and need someone who can handle physically demanding duties while responding quickly to student needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any experience working with children or in support roles.