Curriculum & Instructional Specialist

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. Explore how you can help transform lives and impact communities.

As a Curriculum & Instructional Specialist at Green Tree School, you will provide non-evaluative, job-embedded coaching and curriculum support to teaching teams across Autism, Emotional Support, and Verbal Behavior programs. You’ll help educators strengthen evidence-based instruction, align academic and social-skills curricula, use student data effectively, and create meaningful learning experiences for students with complex needs.

What You’ll Need

Master’s degree in Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field

Valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certificate

Three or more years of special education teaching experience; coaching or mentoring experience preferred

Knowledge of special education regulations, IEP requirements, curriculum design, and evidence-based instructional practices

Experience using formal and informal assessments to guide instructional plans, IEPs, behavior intervention plans, and progress monitoring

Ability to model effective instructional strategies and support adult learners

Strong relationship-building, organization, communication, and professional writing skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, instructional technology, and curriculum software

Valid Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances

What You’ll Do

Provide individualized and team-based coaching through structured cycles that include pre-conferencing, observation or modeling, debriefing, and follow-up

Design and facilitate professional development aligned with school goals, student IEPs, and evidence-based practices

Lead Professional Learning Community cycles focused on collaboration, student-data review, and shared instructional planning

Support teachers with curriculum mapping, unit planning, formative assessment, progress monitoring, and data-driven instructional decisions

Align reading, writing, and math instruction with social-skills learning, functional communication, self-regulation, and behavioral competencies

Support consistent curriculum, instructional materials, and assessment practices across Autism, Emotional Support, and Verbal Behavior programs

Help teachers select and implement instructional strategies and interventions based on individual student needs

Mentor new teachers and collaborate with educational leaders, specialists, related service providers, families, and external partners

Support school-wide testing procedures, staff preparation, and the use of assessment results in instructional planning

Maintain coaching logs, monitor program implementation, and provide written updates on instructional effectiveness

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles, plus paid holidays

Access wellness benefits including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

Grow professionally through tuition reimbursement, career-development programs, and leadership training

Build your retirement savings with a 401(k), a 4% company match, and immediate vesting

Choose from health, dental, and vision insurance options

Receive free, confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

Benefit from employer-provided life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account contributions

Green Tree School & Services is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] .