ABA-Based Special Education Teacher — IEPs & Growth

Rivermont Schools; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discounts

Mindfulness apps

Prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Rivermont Schools in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to serve students aged 6–21 with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges, delivering daily instruction through ABA-based lesson plans.

You will develop and implement IEPs in line with IDEA, lead or co-lead IEP meetings with families and district representatives, and collaborate with BCBA, SLP, and OT staff to support student progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or related field.
• Active Virginia license with endorsement in Special Education or eligibility within 90 days.
• Minimum 1 year classroom experience supporting students with autism, EBD, or related disabilities.
• Familiarity with IEP development, ABA principles, and PBS strategies.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction across core academic subjects for a class of 4–8 students using ABA-based lesson plans.
• Develop, review, and implement IEPs in compliance with IDEA; lead or co-lead IEP meetings with families and district representatives.
• Apply PBS strategies; collect and analyze daily behavioral and academic data.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Occupational Therapists embedded in the building.
• Maintain compliance documentation and communication logs in line with state and accreditation requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field

Active Virginia license with endorsement in Special Education (Adapted Curriculum or General Curriculum) — or eligibility to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire

Minimum 1 year of classroom experience supporting students with autism, EBD, or related disabilities

Familiarity with IEP development, ABA principles, and positive behavior support strategies

Valid Virginia driver's license

Job description

Rivermont Schools in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to serve students aged 6–21 with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges, delivering daily instruction through ABA-based lesson plans.

You will develop and implement IEPs in line with IDEA, lead or co-lead IEP meetings with families and district representatives, and collaborate with BCBA, SLP, and OT staff to support student progress and outcomes.