Elementary Special Education Teacher (2025-2026)

Position Overview: PDILA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher for grades 2 through 5 for the 2025-2026 school year. This role is essential in supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students with diverse learning needs. The Special Education Teacher will design and implement individualized educational plans (IEPs), provide direct instruction, and collaborate with general education teachers to ensure all students can succeed in an inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Development

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with South Carolina state standards and tailored to students' unique learning needs.
• Provide specialized instruction in small-group and inclusive classroom settings to support student growth.
• Adapt and modify curriculum materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Use research-based intervention strategies to provide targeted academic and behavioral support.

Classroom Environment & Student Engagement

• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment where all students feel valued and capable of success.
• Implement positive behavior support strategies and maintain clear expectations to promote a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Integrate Leader in Me principles into classroom culture and instruction.

Student Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction

• Assess, document, and analyze student progress regularly, providing feedback to students and parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, grades, and assessments as required by law and school policy.
• Identify and report suspected learning or other disabilities to district specialists as appropriate.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with South Carolina state standards and tailored to students' unique learning needs.
• Provide specialized instruction in small-group and inclusive classroom settings to support student growth.
• Adapt and modify curriculum materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Use research-based intervention strategies to provide targeted academic and behavioral support.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in special education and inclusive teaching.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional training, and school-wide initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance the mission and vision of PDILA and to create a culture of leadership and academic excellence.
• Work closely with general education teachers to co-plan and co-teach inclusive lessons that address the needs of all learners.
• Collaborate with related service providers (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists) to deliver comprehensive support services.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians, providing regular updates on student progress and engaging them as partners in their child’s education.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and professional learning communities (PLCs).

School & Community Engagement

• Foster strong relationships with parents, conducting parent-teacher conferences and facilitating parent education workshops.
• Engage with the broader school community to support a culture of inclusivity and leadership.
• Coordinate and participate in special programs, projects, and school events.

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Maintain inventory of classroom supplies and submit supply requisitions as needed.
• Ensure student safety and well-being by monitoring activities and behavior as assigned.
• Arrange for substitute instructors when necessary.
• Operate various classroom technologies, including computers, printers, copiers, audio-visual equipment, and other instructional tools.

Additional Duties

• May provide remedial assistance to individuals, small groups or entire classes of students as scheduled during or after regular school hours.
• Maintains a clean and orderly classroom.
• Performs related duties as required and assigned.

Attendance:

• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness.
• Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Dependability:

• Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work.
• Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures.
• Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Quality of Work:

• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
• Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

● Quantity of Work:

• Performs described Key Responsibilities and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

● Relationships with Others:

• Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit.
• Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees.
• Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts.
• Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will.
• Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Pee Dee Innovation and Leadership Academy https://www.pdilacademy.com/

Pee Dee Innovation & Leadership Academy (PDILA) is a tuition-free, high-quality, public charter school authorized by the South Carolina Public Charter School District opening in August 2025. Our mission is to empower students to transcend traditional boundaries and become world-class learners. We are committed to fostering a safe, dynamic learning environment that cultivates curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for lifelong learning. As a Leader in Me School and by providing innovative educational experiences, personalized mentorship, and cutting-edge resources, we aim to instill in students the skills, resilience, and adaptability needed to excel on a global stage.

Incentives:

• State PEBA Benefits (Medical & Dental)
• 401K/403b Retirement Options
• $51,00 starting salary

Application Process: Interested candidates should complete the following:

• An employment interest form, located here: https://forms.gle/i6k3EsY8aMv645SN8
• A current resume.
• A cover letter detailing their educational philosophy and how it aligns with PDILA's mission.
• Copies of relevant certifications and transcripts.

Please send application materials to [email protected].
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.