Special Education Teacher: (Adapted Curriculum) -Baker-Butler Elementary School - 2026-27 School Year Only

Teach Lead Inspire as a Special Education Teacher in Albemarle County Public Schools, where students engage in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences to become lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society.

About the Role

Albemarle County Public Schools is committed to ending the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We build relationships with families and communities to ensure every student succeeds, embodying our belief that “all” truly means all.

As the first public school division in Virginia—and among the first in the country—to implement an Anti-Racism policy, we actively work to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adapted curriculum instruction to students with special needs.
• Collaborate with building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists to support student success.
• Engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model to advance our Equity Mission Statement.
• Close equity and achievement gaps through innovative, self-reflective, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities, including the New Teacher Academy and ongoing learning experiences.

Requirements

• Hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education.
• Demonstrate knowledge of content area and instructional practices, with a commitment to continual growth and improvement.
• Experience or readiness to implement culturally responsive teaching strategies.
• Passion for equity and closing achievement gaps.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off, wellness programs, and discounts on gym memberships.
• Strong instructional support and mentoring from school leaders and specialists.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community focused on professional growth.

Location

Albemarle County is located around Charlottesville, Virginia—consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live. Nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, the area offers easy access to Washington, DC (100 miles), Richmond (70 miles), the Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic beaches, and New York via Amtrak. Enjoy a vibrant arts, food, and culture scene alongside outdoor recreation and small-town charm with a big-city feel.

Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education. For more information, visit the VDOE website.