26-27SY Teacher, Full-time Special Education (Classroom Instr K-8) - Blaine

Posted Sep 15, 2026, 9:29:44 AM. Unposting date: Ongoing.

About the role

This is a Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) represented position at Blaine, James G. School (4220). The teacher plans and teaches their subject area, following the scope and sequence for all courses; provides instruction to students in a variety of planned courses; uses real‑life applications and simulations; integrates technology and pertinent software applications; and uses formal and informal assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assess student skill levels and align classroom goals and activities to state and local standards.
• Provide instruction in the respective subject area(s).
• Emphasize real‑life applications and simulations in teaching.
• Teach inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative problem‑solving approaches.
• Provide technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes, and technology, including pertinent software applications.
• Create learning experiences requiring students to demonstrate comprehension and use technological resources to solve problems.
• Encourage students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry‑based learning.
• Foster a classroom environment with access to subject‑related materials that meet student needs and interests.
• Collaborate with staff across disciplines to integrate subject‑specific skills across the curriculum.
• Stay current with developments in education affecting the instructional program.
• Attend faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods.
• Maintain classroom discipline.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and other required records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in the respective grade level, with endorsements in the respective subject area; OR meet requirements to obtain an emergency permit and ability to consistently meet emergency permit requirements until instructional certification can be issued.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of grade‑level education; subject‑specific expertise; contents, materials, methodologies, and practices used at the respective grade level; critical thinking methodologies and problem‑solving techniques; theories and principles of child growth and development; state standards and performance levels; use and application of technological innovations, including pertinent software, in developing solutions to learning problems; authentic performance assessment principles.
• Ability to assess students' needs and learning styles and design appropriate differentiated instruction; use and apply simulations and technological innovations in the classroom; facilitate inquiry‑based learning as well as whole‑class, small‑group, and individual instruction driven by student needs; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, supportive staff, parents, and students.

Pay

The salary ranges from $56,796 to $98,293, depending on level of education and years of experience. The quoted salary in the offer letter is contingent on verification of educational institution(s) and previous employer(s) credentials and experience; this verification is non‑negotiable.

Schedule

Regular schedule; entry‑level employee status.