Elementary Special Education Teacher — 2026–2027

Job overview

The Elementary Special Education Teacher role is onsite in Philadelphia, PA. The posting lists a salary range of $60,000–$88,500+ for certified teachers and $56,650–$79,000+ for uncertified teachers, based on experience and certification status. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools serves students in North and West Philadelphia and works with families and communities to prepare students for their chosen paths. The teacher creates an inclusive, rigorous classroom and provides instruction and case management for students receiving special education supports. The role develops and monitors student programs, maintains IEPs and related records, coordinates with families and colleagues, and adjusts instruction based on student work and academic data.

What you'll do

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons
• maintain a safe and focused classroom
• analyze student work and academic data
• provide accommodations and modifications
• maintain grades and records and communicate with families
• develop and monitor special education programs
• maintain IEPs, 504s, evaluations, and ELL programs
• lead Child Find and intervention processes
• manage a special education caseload
• collaborate with grade teams and participate in school events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

elementary special education teacher

kipp philadelphia public schools

philadelphia pa

2026–2027

$60,000–$88,500+ certified

$56,650–$79,000+ uncertified

special education

ieps

504 plans

case management

bachelor's degree required

pennsylvania certification

student supports

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health benefits including vision and dental, telehealth, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) matching, financial advising, professional development, coaching, mental health resources, and tuition reimbursement for uncertified teachers.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree required; Pennsylvania Level I or II certification strongly preferred. Uncertified hires must enroll in a Pennsylvania-approved certification program within one year. Two or more years of full-time special education teaching experience in an urban setting is strongly preferred.

About the employer

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.