Middle-Level Teacher/Special Education Teacher PK-12
Plum Borough School District · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Posted Jun 30, 2026
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Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
6/30/2026
Location:
Plum Middle School
Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year
Closing Date:
07/14/2026
The Plum Borough School District is seeking a compassionate, student-centered educator to serve as a Middle-Level Teacher/Special Education Teacher PK-12 at the middle level. This position plays a vital role in supporting students with diverse learning needs through inclusive practices, individualized instruction, and strong collaboration. The teacher blends instructional expertise with a deep commitment to student growth to ensure that every learner is supported and positioned for success.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide specially designed instruction aligned with IEPs in a middle-level/secondary setting.
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with general education teachers across content areas to support inclusion.
- Implement and monitor academic and behavioral supports.
- Use data to track student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation of student services.
- Participate in IEP meetings and communicate effectively with families and teams.
- Foster a structured, supportive, and respectful classroom environment.
Qualifications
- Pennsylvania Special Education PK-12 Certification (required).
- At least one Pennsylvania middle-level and/or secondary content-area certification (required).
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with middle-level or secondary students.
- Familiarity with behavior support strategies and structured classroom environments.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Compensation & Benefits
- Regionally competitive salary and benefits package per the PBEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Retirement benefits through the Pennsylvania State Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
- A work calendar aligned to the school-year schedule.
- A collaborative, mission-driven district committed to student success and inclusive practices.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; those received by July 14, 2026, will receive full consideration.
The Plum Borough School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).