Special Education Teacher - Blades Elementary… at Seaford… · Seaford

Special Education Teacher - Blades Elementary - TEMPORARY for the remainder of the 2026-2027 School Year

Essential Job Functions

• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student's progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups of students with autism in a variety of instructional activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Uses a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children with autism.
• Monitors students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips.
• Operates and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Depending on students' needs, assists students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming.
• Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies.
• Assists students on and off the bus as needed.
• Administers a variety of tests and record results.
• Attends specialized training as required.

Additional Autism Specific Abilities

• Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to students with Autism
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
• Quickly recognize and respond to emergencies pertaining to a variety of student medical conditions.
• Assist students with basic personal care activities such as dressing or toileting as needed.
• Utilize a variety of instructional materials and procedures to enhance a positive educational environment.

Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Develops and adheres to Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
• Work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• Delaware State Certification as:1573 Teacher of Students with Autism or Students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities

Subject or area certification also required.

A category certificate may not be issued alone and an educator shall hold at least one subject or area certification. Information about Delaware Certification/Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website: https://deeds.doe.k12.de.us/

• Successful candidates must provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out of state teaching license. An educator applying for a license in the State of DE with less than 1 year of experience will be placed on an Initial License and will be required to take and pass a Performance Assessment by the end of their 2nd year of teaching. Applicants with one completed year of experience, but less than 4 years of experience will receive an Initial License, and are NOT required to pass a Performance Assessment (with proof of current and valid out of state license). Current holders of an Initial license are exempt from requirements to pass a Performance Assessment.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Education
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children/Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Additional Requirements

4.1 An educator shall also have satisfied at least one (1) of the following additional education requirements: 4.1.1 Graduating with a bachelor's or a master's degree, with a major in special education and with a concentration in autism and severe intellectual disabilities, from an NCATE specialty organization recognized educator preparation program or from a state approved educator preparation program, offered by a regionally accredited college or university. The state approval body shall employ the appropriate NASDTEC or NCATE specialty organization standard; or 4.1.2 Graduating with a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in special education; and 4.1.2.1 Completion of a minimum of fifteen (15) credits from a regionally accredited college or university or their equivalent in professional development as approved by the Department, with a focus in autism and severe intellectual disabilities in the following content areas: 4.1.2.1.1 Introduction to Autism and Severe Intellectual Disabilities (three credits); 4.1.2.1.2 Methods of Instruction in Academic Standards and Functional Skills (three credits); 4.1.2.1.3 Functional Communication Training (three credits); 4.1.2.1.4 Applied Behavior Analysis for Educators (three credits); and 4.1.2.1.5 Competency-Based Practicum in Behaviorally Based Teaching Techniques (three credits)

• TEMPORARY POSITION: YES Note: All temporary positions will end on June 30th.

NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days Note: Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.

FULL TIME OR PART TIME: Full Time

ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS: Yes

PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION: Yes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500

NOTE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.

NOTE: Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer. - All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment. The cost of the criminal background check is $65 (expense borne by the prospective employee). Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.

Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.

The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work.

The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.

The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.

The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws. This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587.

School Configurations: West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2 Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2 Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5 Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5 Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8 Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12

DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.

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EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITON

Professional - Teacher

POSITION TITLE

Special Education Teacher - Autism Elementary

MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N)

N

CONTRACTUAL? Y/N

Y

PAY SCALE

Teacher

FLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

MONTHS EMPLOYED

10

DAYS EMPLOYED

188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day)

JOB CODE

P21809

DEPARTMENT

952300500

REVISED

9/2025

Attachment(s):

• DOE Teacher of Students with Autism
• FY27 Teacher Salary