Special Education Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

About the role

At Rivermont Schools, we serve students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. Our values of compassion, collaboration, and growth guide everything we do. Join us in helping students achieve their highest potential by creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where students with diverse learning needs can achieve academic and personal success. You will design lessons that integrate evidence-based instruction and behavioral supports to help every student reach their goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• Eligibility for or possession of Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) certification with endorsement in special education or adaptive curriculum
• Strong instructional, communication, and classroom management skills
• Valid Virginia driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning and individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs using research-based strategies and behavior analytic principles
• Collaborate with behavior specialists, therapists, and families to support academic and behavioral progress
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction to promote mastery and engagement
• Maintain accurate documentation of student data, progress, and compliance with state and school requirements

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you