Job Description

Position: Secondary Special Education Teacher

Location: Milford Central Academy

Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal

Starting Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: August 9, 2026 or until filled

Note: All staff are hired by Milford School District rather than a specific building. While this opening is currently at the location listed above, final placement is subject to change based on district staffing needs.

The Secondary Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities provides specialized instruction and support to ensure students with disabilities access the general education curriculum and make meaningful academic and behavioral progress. This role includes co-teaching in general education settings and/or delivering instruction in self-contained classrooms, serving as a case manager, developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborating with educators, administrators, and related service providers. The teacher works to create inclusive, supportive learning environments while upholding district policies, state and federal regulations, and the district's instructional goals.

Qualifications:

• Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1571 required
• Additional Secondary content certification in any area preferred, but not required.

Performance Responsibilities: This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or ability associated with this role but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.

• Act as co-teacher in the general education classroom setting and/or serve students in a self-contained classroom setting.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district.
• Serve as a case manager for students who receive special education services.
• Participate in IEP meetings, create students' IEPs and discuss in meetings.
• Facilitate implementation of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) within the general classroom setting.
• Work with school psychologists, administrators and IEP Team to develop and implement effective programming for students.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Collaborate with the general education teacher to differentiate instruction and provide accommodations as afforded by the IEP.
• Record and maintain data records for students who receive special education services.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policies and administrative regulations.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Provide for his or her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
• All other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month (10) full-time employee.

Salary: Salary schedule is based on experience and degree and can be found on the district website: https://www.milfordschooldistrict.org/our-district/departments/human-resources/benefits-and-compensation

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually according to the Board's policy on professional personnel evaluation.

Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.

External applicants (including substitutes) must follow the application process.All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue

Milford, DE 19963

Tel: 302-424-6393

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

The Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone 302-422-1600.