Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year - Major George S. Welch Elementary School

The Major George S. Welch Elementary School is hiring a full-time Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position may be either temporary or permanent, contingent upon departmental needs and timing.

Qualifications

• Eligible or possess Elementary and Special Education certification.
• All candidates must apply online.
• Provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out-of-state teaching license.
• Interested in teaching but haven't completed a traditional education program to become certified? Find more information on Alternative Routes to Certification here!
• Out of State Candidates: An educator applying for a license in the State of DE with less than 1 year of experience will be placed on an Initial License. Applicants with one completed year of experience, but less than 4 years of experience will receive an Initial License.
• The State of Delaware DOE may recognize standard certificates from all other states as a means of eligibility.

Pay & Benefits

Salary is determined according to the State of Delaware and local salary schedules, based on experience and degree. A benefits package is included.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Submit official transcripts (if applicable), updated resume, and three (3) letters of recommendation.
• Persons employed by the Caesar Rodney School District must submit a criminal background check and a tuberculosis test.
• Anyone offered employment must provide proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., complete I-9 form, and complete paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

ADA Accommodations

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Caesar Rodney School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

EEO Statement

The Caesar Rodney School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, veteran or marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. The District complies with state and federal laws regarding these issues. Inquiries about compliance should be directed to the Title IX, District 504, and ADA Compliance Officers at Paul L. Dunbar Administration Building, 7 Front Street, Wyoming, DE 19934. Phone: (302) 698-4800.