Special Education Teacher - SY

Pay: Bachelor's starting at $51,948.07; Master's starting at $54,488.25 | Salary commensurate with experience

Sign-On Bonus: $2,000

Schedule: Follow school calendar and summer extended school year

Overview

The Elizabeth Lee Black School, a nationally recognized “School of Excellence,” is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our team. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about helping students with developmental disabilities reach their full potential in a supportive, inclusive, and innovative learning environment. The position follows the school calendar, including the extended school year in summer.

This position may be assigned to one of our specialized classrooms serving students with developmental disabilities, with the potential for placement in the General McLane classroom based on student needs and overall program requirements.

We’re looking for someone who brings creativity, collaboration, and a deep understanding of special education practices. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized programs that support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.

What You'll Bring

• A student-centered mindset with a commitment to inclusive education
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with families and team members
• Confidence in managing classroom teams and support staff
• Flexibility, empathy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

What You'll Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education
• Pennsylvania Special Education Certification (PK–12 required; PK–8 with willingness to obtain secondary add-on accepted)
• Experience working with children with developmental disabilities
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI clearance (if applicable)

A Typical Day-to-Day Might Include

• Planning and delivering individualized instruction aligned with each student's Individual Education Program (IEP)
• Developing lesson plans and instructional materials that foster growth across academic, behavioral, and social domains
• Supervising and guiding classroom staff, including aides and support personnel
• Collaborating with therapists, specialists, and families to coordinate services
• Collecting and analyzing data to monitor student progress and inform instruction
• Participating in IEP meetings and communicating goals and progress with families and agencies
• Supporting students during transitions, including pool activities and transportation
• Maintaining compliance with all programmatic, legal, and safety standards
• Participating in professional development and completing 24 hours of in-service training annually
• Assisting with homebound instruction and serving as a resource across classrooms

Perks with a Purpose 
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind. 

Healthcare 
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health 
• Delta Dental and Davis Vision Coverage 

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Teladoc Virtual Health 
Financial Well-being 
• 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match   
• On-Demand Pay 
• Employee Referral Bonus Program 
• Student Loan Forgiveness 
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts 
• Employee Discounts 
Life & Family Support 
• Company Paid Life Insurance 

• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare 
• Employee discounts for select BNI events and services 

• Generous Paid Time Off  

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.