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What is an ESY teacher?

ESY (Extended School Year) teachers are special education professionals who provide instruction and support to students with disabilities during extended school year services, typically offered in the summer. Their goal is to help students maintain the skills they've gained during the regular school year and prevent regression in critical areas. ESY teachers often work with individualized education programs (IEPs) and use specialized strategies tailored to each student's needs. They collaborate with families, therapists, and school staff to ensure students continue to progress toward their goals outside the standard academic calendar.

What are some common challenges ESY teachers face during the extended school year and how can they be addressed?

ESY (Extended School Year) teachers often encounter challenges such as maintaining student engagement during the summer months, adapting instruction to a shorter and more intensive schedule, and meeting diverse IEP goals within limited time. To address these, it’s helpful to use highly engaging, hands-on activities, collaborate closely with support staff and families, and prioritize essential skills for each student. Flexibility, creativity, and strong communication are key to creating a positive and productive ESY experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ESY teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as an ESY Teacher, you need a valid teaching license, experience with special education, and a strong understanding of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs). Familiarity with assistive technology, data tracking systems, and instructional adaptations is often required. Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills help in building rapport with students and collaborating with families and staff. These competencies ensure effective instruction, individualized support, and positive outcomes for students with diverse learning needs during extended school sessions.
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Special Education Teacher - Summer ONLY ESY (School Age Students)

Eagleville, PA • On-site

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania
Civic and Social Organizations • 201 - 500 employees

$47K - $63K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a leading nonprofit provider of disability services. Our services include Approved Private School, special classrooms, summer programs, assistive technology, early intervention programs and various outpatient speech, physical and occupational therapy programs. Our team combines expertise and passion to provide exceptional services to meet the needs of every client we serve. Join our community of like-minded individuals, to make a lasting impact, and be part of a rewarding career that fosters diversity, compassion, and independence. Be part of our mission to provide exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play and their communities.
Job Description
Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and highly motivated Special Education Teacher to support students in an Extended School Year (ESY) Program. This is a summer-only position serving school-age students (ages 6-21) with multiple disabilities in a structured, supportive educational environment.
Our ESY program is designed to maintain and strengthen critical academic, behavioral, and functional skills while creating a positive, engaging, and fun summer learning experience for all students.
Program Schedule:
  • 2 required training days in June
  • Monday - Thursday, June 29th through July 31st

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for leading the classroom and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, individualized instruction and supports aligned with students' IEPs. This role includes overseeing classroom staff, implementing IEP goals and instructional strategies, creating a structured, safe, and engaging learning environment that supports student success.
The teacher will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and nursing staff, to ensure consistency in programming and to support the diverse needs of students.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the classroom team, including Teaching Assistants and Personal Care Assistants, ensuring consistent implementation and progress monitoring of IEP goals, related services, and individualized supports
  • Collaborate with related service providers and nursing (OT, PT, SLP) to ensure coordinated implementation of IEP goals across all areas of the school day
  • Support students with personal care and daily living needs as appropriate
  • Communicate effectively with families and team members regarding student progress and program updates
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that makes summer learning meaningful and enjoyable

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education required.
  • Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certification or PDE emergency certification eligibility.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of IEP development, compliance, and progress monitoring.
  • Strong leadership skills to guide and support classroom assistants and foster a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent communication and family engagement skills.

Additional Information
  • Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization for public service loan forgiveness eligibility purposes.
  • Please review the background check requirements information located on the 'Careers' page of our website: https://www.easterseals.com/sepa/who-we-are/careers-at-easter-seals
  • Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.