Teacher - Preschool Special Education - Philadelphia PA

**SIGN ON BONUS** $1000 for all fulltime positions with 1235+ annual hours $500 for all part-time positions Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania seeks energetic and passionate PDE certified Teachers to serve young children with disabilities within our specialized integrated preschool programs throughout the five-county regional area. Teacher positions include Approved Private School, Early Intervention Center, and Friendship Academy classrooms. Our center-based programs educate children ages 3-6 with disabilities. Essential duties include classroom instruction, supervising Teacher Assistant staff in the classroom, working with IEP’s to achieve the student’s goals, and collaborating with Therapists, staff members, and administration. We strive to hire those who are passionate about the pediatric special needs population, have strong communications skills, enjoy a team environment and want to make a difference in the lives of those they assist. This position involves the school year plus a 5 or 6 week summer program. We are looking for Teachers who can create fun, engaging and literacy/play-based lessons. This position offers the right candidate an opportunity to become part of our multi-disciplinary supportive team working with children with disabilities and their families. Current Teacher openings include: Philadelphia PA- Approved Private School Kulpsville PA- Approved Private School Levittown PA- Approved Private School Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services and/or Social Services required. Recent graduates and experienced professionals encouraged to apply. PDE certification in Special Education or emergency-certification eligibility required. Experience working with children with Autism a plus. Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization for public service loan forgiveness eligibility purposes. Please review the background check requirements information located on the ‘Careers’ page of our website. Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: Less than 1 year Salary: $45,900 - $71,100 Annual Bonus/Commission: No