2026-2027 Special Education Teacher

Petersburg City Public Schools; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Petersburg City Public Schools seeks a licensed Special Education Teacher to develop and provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education.

The role emphasizes IEP management, progress monitoring, and collaboration with families and school teams to ensure individual student success. This 10-month position requires adherence to division policies and state requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree and Virginia special education certification or pending licensure
• Experience with IEP management and progress reporting
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop lesson plans and IEPs to meet student needs
• Instruct students in a program of study that meets objectives
• Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt curriculum
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences for efficient instruction
• Guide learning toward achievement of IEP goals and establish clear objectives
• Evaluate student progress and prepare report cards, progress reports, and IEPs
• Assess student progress and involve central office supports as needed
• Communicate with parents/guardians via conferences and IEP meetings
• Collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Administer standardized testing per division practices
• Comply with School Board policies and state/federal rules
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrator

Skills

Special education

IEP management

Student assessment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Type: Special Education/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 8/13/2026

Location: District Wide

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Salary Range: $60,000-$102,617

Supervisor: Principal

Job Classification: Exempt

Contract Length: 10-months (200 days)

Job Summary

General Description Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Provides an atmosphere and an environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives. Follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan and develop lesson plans and IEPs to meet the individual needs of students.
• Instructs students in a program of study which meets stated objectives and provides transfer of knowledge.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of all IEP's and in harmony with the goals; establish clear objectives for the students.
• Evaluate student's academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and data, prepare report cards and progress reports, behavioral assessments, and IEPs.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office supports as required to provide accurate and objective statements relevant to student progress in a timely manner.
• Communicates regularly with parents or guardians through conferences, IEP meetings, and other means to discuss student progress.
• Serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
• Administers standardized testing in accordance with division testing practices.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Job Specifications (Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of special education and specialty area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Thorough knowledge of prescribed School Board policies and procedures.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software packages, hardware and peripheral equipment.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in both oral and written formats.
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the core curriculum and Virginia SOL's.
• Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential; create a positive atmosphere for learning.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, the School Board, elected officials, parents, students and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree
• Certification and Licensure: Hold a valid Virginia Department of Education teacher's license or certification with appropriate endorsement in the area of special education; or has completed the requirements for a Virginia certificate or license and has filed an application
• for same; or will qualify for a Virginia certificate or license prior to the effective date of employment.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.