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Job Opportunity: Special Education Teacher (Short-Term Substitute)

Job Opportunity: Special Education Teacher (Short-Term Substitute) 

Catasauqua Middle School  -  Approximately December 8th through March 13th

CASD is seeking a Special Education Teacher (short-term substitute) to join our middle school team. A valid PA teaching certification is required.

Role and Responsibilities: 

  • Collaborates with other staff members and content-specific teachers in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
  • Delivers middle school math content and curriculum to small groups.
  • Collaborates with administration, other staff, and parents to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and other special education administrative requirements.
  • Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings, and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
  • Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty, and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
  • Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
  • Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members, and the general public.
  • Develops, maintains, and completes all required written records and IEP documents within established timelines.
  • Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
  • Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.
  • Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

Compensation & Qualifications:

  • Rate: $190 Per Day
  • Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree with a major in Special Education.
  • Certification: Must hold a valid and current PA Special Education certificate.
  • Clearances: Must possess up-to-date clearances (Acts 34, 151, and FBI).
  • Availability: Ability to start as early as mid-December and stay until the regular teacher returns.
  • Ability to perform essential job duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and the PA standard teaching application to:

  • Eric Dauberman, Assistant to the Superintendent - daubermane@cattysd.org

Important Note: Updated clearances and all mandatory paperwork will be required prior to employment.

Application Deadline: Until Filled

EOE

CMS_SpecialEd_ShortTermSub_2025 (PDF)