Teacher - Special Education EBS 2026 -2027

About the role

The Special Education Teacher supports student learning by practicing and promoting positive interactions with students, adapting and adjusting instructional presentations, and maintaining an organized program of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Supports student learning by encouraging self-direction and self-motivation in students.
• Maintains an effective system of monitoring student progress and informing appropriate persons of such progress.
• Completes required reports promptly and accurately.
• Accepts responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
• Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care.
• Engages in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Responds promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
• Maintains a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
• Maintains a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serves as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Works in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Complies with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.

Requirements

Holds or is eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in Special Education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or education related to specific special education area to which assigned.

Skills

• Knowledge of the subject being taught to special needs students.
• Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation.
• Positive relationships with parents and other community representatives.
• Able to assess individual needs and performance.
• Ability to address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals.
• Ability to organize and perform work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects.
• Ability to show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

TBD

Schedule

10 month (200 days)