About this role
POSITION: Anticipated Itinerant Special Education Teacher BUILDING: Middle Schools Summary Under the direction of the School Principal and the Director of Student Services, the Itinerant Special Education Teacher provides specially designed instruction and behavioral support to students with disabilities, with a primary focus on social-emotional learning, executive functioning, self-regulation, coping skills, social communication, and behavioral skill development. Services are provided across multiple educational settings to support students in accessing the general education curriculum and making meaningful progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The Itinerant Special Education Teacher collaborates with school staff and families to promote student independence, positive behavioral outcomes, and successful participation in school. Primary Responsibilities
• Provide specially designed instruction aligned with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), focusing on social-emotional learning, executive functioning, self-regulation, coping skills, social communication, and behavioral skill development, with a primary focus on providing emotional and autistic support to students at the Itinerant level.
• Develop and implement individualized lessons and interventions targeting emotional regulation, problem-solving, organization, self-advocacy, peer relationships, communication, and independent functioning.
• Teach executive functioning skills including planning, organization, task initiation, time management, flexibility, self-monitoring, and goal setting.
• Teach positive social, emotional, and behavioral skills using evidence-based instructional practices and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Support students in general education settings by promoting skill generalization, independence, and successful participation in the least restrictive environment.
• Provide direct instructional support to students in a positive, structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, counselors, administrators, and related service providers to implement behavioral, academic, and social-emotional supports throughout the school day.
• Provide consultative services and coaching to school personnel regarding instructional strategies, accommodations, behavior supports, and classroom interventions.
• Plan and conduct activities that provide students opportunities to practice, apply, and generalize learned skills across school settings.
• Establish and maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and success.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, instructional priorities, and social-emotional and behavioral growth.
• Confer with parents, administrators, counselors, related service providers, and other professionals to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals through ongoing assessment and data collection, and adjust instruction and interventions based on student performance.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain behavioral and instructional data to support educational decision-making and document student progress.
• Develop plans for effective communication, monitoring, and follow-up to support students in inclusive classroom settings.
• Acquire and maintain certification in the district-approved safe physical intervention program (e.g., Safe Crisis Management (SCM)).
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), and other behavioral interventions as appropriate.
• Serve as a member of multidisciplinary teams, participate in IEP meetings, and contribute to evaluation and reevaluation processes.
• Assist in the preparation of data for local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports in accordance with federal and state laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in professional development, curriculum development activities, and other learning opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the School Principal, administration, or Director of Student Services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The Itinerant Special Education Teacher demonstrates knowledge of effective instructional practices, social-emotional learning, executive functioning, autism spectrum disorders, emotional support programming, positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS), behavior management, and evidence-based instructional strategies for students with disabilities. The teacher understands child development, learning theory, behavioral principles, trauma-informed practices, and methods for supporting students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. The individual demonstrates an understanding of federal, state, and local regulations governing special education services, including IDEA and Chapter 14, and effectively implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The Itinerant Special Education Teacher possesses strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, consultation, and problem-solving skills and effectively collaborates with administrators, teachers, related service providers, students, families, and community agencies. The individual demonstrates the ability to collect and analyze data, monitor student progress, develop effective interventions, and communicate both verbally and in writing. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Special Education or a closely related field. Must possess, be eligible for, or be willing to obtain Pennsylvania certification in Special Education. Experience working with students demonstrating social-emotional, behavioral, executive functioning, and emotional/autism-related needs is preferred. Physical Requirements Must possess the sensory abilities necessary to communicate effectively and interact with students, staff, and parents, including the ability to see, hear, speak, read, handle materials, and operate instructional equipment. The position requires frequent walking between classrooms and school locations, standing, bending, stooping, lifting instructional materials, and occasional physical intervention to maintain a safe educational environment. Assignment may require the ability to physically assist students, position students in specialized equipment, and perform personal care tasks, including diapering, when required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Special Requirements
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Ability to travel between assigned district buildings if necessary and/or requested.
• Maintain certification in the district-approved crisis prevention and physical intervention program.
REQUIREMENTS: Special Education Certfication; Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Certification; Act 34 Criminal Clearance; Act 151 Child Line Clearance; Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting Security Clearances; Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release and SafeSchools Training AVAILABLE: 2026-2027 School Year CONTACT: Mrs. Michelle Sarokon Human Resource Coordinator 540 W. North St. Carlisle, PA 17013 The Carlisle Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. No person shall on the grounds of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law be excluded from participation in or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Discrimination on the basis of sex or religion is also prohibited in some federal programs. For information regarding civil rights or grievances procedures, services, activities and facilities that are assessable to and usable by handicapped persons, contact: Mr. Michael R. Gogoj Title IX Coordinator 540 West North Street Carlisle, PA 17013 717-240-6800 Lisa Slover Section 504 Coordinator Director of Student Services 623 West Penn Street Carlisle, PA 17013 717-240-6800 ext. 17815 [email protected]