Special Ed Lead Teacher

Seeking Special Ed Lead Teacher, working in Neshamiy Public School District

Interviewing for fall 2026, position starts 08/19/20.

DESS partners with child-serving institutions to provide services in early learning, behavioral and mental health treatment, academic interventions, and prevention programming. We also offer direct staff placement, diagnostic evaluations, and consultation services to school districts.

As an Special Ed Lead Teacher you will work with students with autistic support needs within the Neshamiy School District. Reporting to the Special Education Teacher, among other duties, this position will:

Support a Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions program—specifically special education classrooms; provides supervision and coaching to program teachers that will result in the achievement of the educational, social, and emotional, as well as the transition and employment goals of the students, and the professional development of the staff. Includes supporting the development, maintaining, and evaluating the range of direct and support services provided to students in elementary school. The position requires knowledge of PDE, IDEA, and chapter 14 regulations, as well as competency in IEPs, positive behavior support strategies, classroom management, and MTSS/PBIS. The position requires successful relationships with school district leadership, supervisees and consultees in the programs, and colleagues in the education services division. 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer 

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 
• Generous time-off
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Life and accident coverage

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• Master’s degree in special education or related field required. PA Department of Education certification as teacher (Level 1 or 2) required.
• At least three years of experience in an educational setting working with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Requires 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 is required. Must be able to present through verbal and written communication, as well as develop visual media.
• Travel required as needs dictate. Requires 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 to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

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.    

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.