Special Ed Teacher

About the Role

Devereux is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide services within Neshaminy School District's Elementary Autistic Support Program. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly supportive educational environment focused on helping students with autism achieve academic, social, and behavioral success.

Schedule

• Full-Time, 10-Months: Monday–Friday, 8:50 AM–3:35 PM
• Aligned with the school calendar with opportunities for extended school year program in summer break

Pay

$55,000 – $65,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits effective 30 days after employment
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance through the ASCEND Program
• Mission-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Medical (including telemedicine), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services
• Generous time-off (accruing from the first day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance/work-life balance program

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment for elementary-aged students with autism
• Collaborate with related service providers, school staff, and families to support student growth and achievement
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and district requirements
• Implement evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies to promote student success

About DESS

Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions (DESS) provides support to schools around early learning, academic interventions, safety practices, and the assessment and treatment of students with complex behaviors, cognitive challenges, and communication needs. We use evidence-based practices with an emphasis on assisting school systems with special education populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required; Master’s degree in special education preferred
• PA Department of Education certification as teacher preferred
• At least one year of experience in an educational setting working with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations
• Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms
• Strong organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines
• Significant and frequent amounts of walking, standing, and lifting of 10 lbs. or more
• Must be able to present through verbal and written communication, as well as develop visual media
• Travel required as needs dictate
• Repetitive use of wrists/hands/legs, including long periods of time operating office equipment
• Free of dependency and abuse of illegal drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical or controlled substances

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with authorities to the fullest extent possible.

About Devereux

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight, and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults—and their families—every year.

Our mission: Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools, and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care.