What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher (2025 – 26 School Year) position at River Rock Academy?
Special Education Teacher (2025 – 26 School Year)
Location: Cressona, PA
Employment Type: Full-time, in person teaching position for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
Salary: Starting at $55,000 for certified teachers with an active PA Instructional I or II Special Education certification
Join River Rock Academy, a Pennsylvania Department of Education Approved Licensed Academic School and Private Provider, dedicated to empowering students in Grades 1-12 through transformative educational services. Our programs for Elementary, Secondary Special Education, and Alternative Education offer specialized instruction, test preparation, counseling, and social skills development. With individualized transition plans and a focus on stability and personal growth, we celebrate student success and foster an environment of trust and support, helping each student reach their full potential.
What we offer
- Market Leading Salary: Starting at $55,000 for certified teachers with an active PA Instructional I or II Special Education certification
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 to support your move to the area.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, and vision coverage, plus employer-paid short-term disability and flexible spending options.
- Financial Wellness: Benefit from a 401k with up to 4% company match, company HSA contributions, and employer-paid short-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid school breaks, paid holidays, 4 personal days, 8 sick days, and 3 days of bereavement leave.
- Career Growth: Access tuition reimbursement, assistance programs, and advancement opportunities.
- Well-Being Support: Get confidential counseling, life coaching, and mindfulness resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition & Perks: Celebrate your impact with employee rewards, peer nominations, and exclusive discounts.
Role Requirements
- Must hold an active PA teaching certification, such as a Private Academic Certificate, Level I or II Pennsylvania Instructional Special Education Certification K-12.
- Alternatively, candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least six credit hours in special education may qualify for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate.
- All New Story School teachers must have their PA license in place by August 1, 2025.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship.
Interview Process
- Resume Review
- Phone Interview
- Leadership Interview
- Classroom Observation
- Reference Checks
- Offer Extension
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
New Story and its affiliated schools are proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $55,000
