Job Description

Special Education Teacher - Middle School

Date Posted: November 9, 2026

Location: Sussex Academy Secondary School - Georgetown, DE

Closing Date: November 23, 2026

Date Available: January 4, 2027

Position Title: Special Education Teacher - Middle School

Reports To: School Administrator

Term of Employment: 10 Months/Year

Benefit Type: Benefit/Pension Eligible position

Salary: Commensurate with Sussex Academy Teacher Salary Schedule (Based on verified full-time experience and certification)

About Sussex Academy

Sussex Academy is a public charter school serving students in grades K–12 in Georgetown, Delaware. Our mission is to provide a supportive environment with accelerated learning opportunities where students explore, experience, and excel.

Guided by our vision of becoming the premier K–12 school system in Delaware, Sussex Academy is committed to academic excellence, innovative instructional practices, and a positive school culture grounded in our core values of Community, Integrity, Leadership, Respect, and Trust.

We seek dedicated educators who demonstrate a commitment to student success, continuous improvement, collaboration, and the belief that all students can achieve at high levels.

Position Overview

The Middle School Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality, specially designed instruction and individualized educational supports that promote the academic, social-emotional, and personal growth of students with disabilities.

Working collaboratively with general education teachers, student services personnel, families, and school leadership, the Special Education Teacher ensures that students receive appropriate instruction, accommodations, modifications, and services aligned with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

This position supports Sussex Academy's commitment to academic excellence, inclusive educational practices, and continuous improvement by maintaining high expectations for student achievement while addressing the diverse learning needs of students.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for a valid Delaware teaching license and certification in Exceptional Children K–12 and an appropriate secondary content area, as required for the assignment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of special education laws, regulations and instructional practices, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and applicable Delaware requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement individualized instructional strategies that support students with diverse learning needs.
• Possess strong communication, organizational and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Sussex Academy's mission, vision, core values and expectations for professional excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

Instructional Planning and Delivery

• Plan and deliver high-quality, specially designed instruction aligned with Delaware academic standards, Sussex Academy's curriculum, and students' individualized educational needs.
• Differentiate instruction and implement evidence-based instructional strategies to support students with a range of academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction designed to address specific learning goals and promote measurable student growth.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support access to grade-level curriculum and meaningful participation in the general education environment.
• Establish a safe, inclusive, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement, independence, and achievement.
• Integrate appropriate instructional technology, assistive technology, and specialized resources to enhance student learning.

Special Education Services and Compliance

• Develop, implement, monitor, and review Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Serve as an IEP case manager for assigned students, coordinating services, documentation, meetings, and communication with families and school personnel.
• Ensure the consistent implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction.
• Collect, analyze, and document student progress toward IEP goals and communicate progress to families and appropriate school personnel.
• Participate in eligibility, evaluation, reevaluation, and IEP meetings, contributing meaningful instructional data and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential special education records in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and school procedures.
• Collaborate with related service providers, student services personnel, and school leadership to ensure coordinated support for students.

Assessment and Continuous Improvement

• Utilize formative, summative, diagnostic, and progress-monitoring assessments to evaluate student learning and inform instructional decisions.
• Analyze student performance data to identify learning needs, monitor growth, and adjust instructional practices.
• Participate in Sussex Academy's Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), collaborative planning processes, and schoolwide improvement initiatives.
• Implement interventions and instructional adjustments based on student data, research-based practices, and identified learning goals.
• Administer and support state, schoolwide, and individualized assessments in accordance with established procedures and student accommodations.
• Engage in professional reflection, evaluation, and ongoing development to strengthen instructional effectiveness.

Collaboration and Student Support

• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, educational needs, and opportunities for continued growth.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support instructional planning, classroom accommodations, and student success.
• Promote positive student behavior, social-emotional development, self-advocacy, and independence.
• Participate in collaborative problem-solving and schoolwide systems of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support.
• Contribute to a positive school culture that reflects Sussex Academy's core values of Community, Integrity, Leadership, Respect, and Trust.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school committees, and other activities that support organizational improvement.
• Supervise students and fulfill assigned responsibilities consistent with school procedures and
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and intervention outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with students and families regarding progress and next steps
• Partner with staff and families to support student academic and social-emotional growth

Physical and Work Environment

• Works in a standard classroom and school environment.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Dean and other school administrators as designated by the Head of School.

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 of a person in this position.

SUSSEX ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Human Resources Office

21150 Airport Road

Georgetown, DE 19947

PH: 302-856-3636

Application Process:

All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application. Only complete applications will be considered. The following items must be included:

Resume

Two separate letters/emails of recommendation

Transcripts as applicable

Disclaimer: Sussex Academy reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements.

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.

Sussex Academy 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 identify, 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.