Job Description

Position: Special Education Teacher (CORE +)
Location: McVey Elementary Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year

High Needs Position Sign-on Bonus: Christina School District is offering a hiring and retention bonus of $3,500, paid in two installments. The candidate must be fully certified in their content area. These payments are subject to mandatory withholdings

Qualifications:

• Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification in Special Education and/or Autism
• Teacher of Students with Autism certification preferred
• Experience implementing systematic instructional strategies for use with students with autism and/or significant cognitive delays
• Experience with applied behavior analysis preferred
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.
• Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance).
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students.

Salary Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the districts website: https://www.christinak12.org/fs/resource-manager/view/1621da07-1049-4cf9-a0fa-7989dca88ba2

MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT 10 month position

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, three current ( dated within one year) letters of recommendation (one letter must be from current supervisor), and license/certification. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

and Responsibilities: Overall responsibility for instructional programming for students utilizing state standards and District curriculum and implementation of individualized education programs as well as regular teacher responsibilities and duties including but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Use the educational philosophy and policies adopted by the Board of Education as related to children with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or multiple disabilities in the areas of cognitive development, language development, academic development, social development, and physical development
• Create, develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Delaware Alternative Achievement Standards
• Use available resources to implement a program of study that meets students' academic and daily living needs, interests, and abilities
• Administer ongoing assessments to determine student progress towards goals and standards, including the State Assessments
• Collect, interpret, and use data from a variety of educational sources to drive instruction
• Differentiate instruction including implementation of a plan of positive behavior support to support an orderly, productive classroom environment
• Assist with independence and self-help skills which may include, but is not limited to, toileting, feeding, and dressing
• Communicate with families and administration concerning students' academic and behavioral progress
• Utilize assistive technology with students as appropriate
• Develop, implement, and adhere to IEP's
• Work collaboratively with other team members
• Must successfully pass Safety and Restraint Training, if appropriate for students assigned to caseload
• Must perform all duties as assigned during scheduled work days
• Perform other duties as requested by administration to meet the needs of the students.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources Office
1899 S. College Avenue
Newark, DE 19702
PH: 302/552-2600
Visit our website: www.christinak12.org

Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.