Special Education Program Specialist (Instructional Coach)

Special Education Program Specialist (Instructional Coach) Reports To: Supervisors of Special Education Department: Special Education & Student Services The position: Certified teacher with practical, instructional and curriculum proficiency in special education who will provide ongoing programmatic support for special education and general education teachers working with students in special education and general education environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assess current curriculum resources, teaching strategies/practices, and programming utilized with students who receive direct instruction in a special education classroom Provide and facilitate curriculum resources, teaching strategies/practices, and programming utilized with students with special needs in the general education setting Support and collaborate with special education teachers in IEP development, progress monitoring, data collection and assessment tools Support and collaborate with special and general education teachers in curriculum modifications/adaptations, technology application, and curriculum implementation Facilitate implementation of various instructional models utilizing research/evidence based best practices Design and facilitate professional development sessions for special education, general education teachers and support staff The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodation that will be required. Spring-Ford Area School District Welcome Video!

Education

Bachelors/Master's Degree Minimum 3-year special education teaching experience in special education Certification: Valid and active PA Instructional Certificate in Special Education K-12 or PK-8 and 7-12 Compensation: Salary per the collective bargaining agreement. Spring-Ford Area School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, as well as paid time off and a tuition reimbursement program.

Position Available: November 2026 The successful external applicants must submit current (dated less than 1 year from the start date) Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances and a Health Record & TB Test (dated less than 90 days from the start date) prior to beginning employment. Spring-Ford Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.