What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at New Story Schools?
Special Education Teacher (2025 – 2026 SY)
Location: Kutztown, PA 19530
Employment Type: Full-time, in person teaching position for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
Salary: $60,000 to $77,500 for certified teachers based on years of K-12 teaching experience and education; $60,000 to begin for candidates with or starting with a temporary private academic certificate.
About Us
Join New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized education plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.
What we offer
- Market Leading Salary: $60,000 to $77,500 for certified teachers based on education and years of experience.
- 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 : $60,000 - $77,500
