Dynamic Elementary Special Education Teacher | IEP Focus

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Elementary) for a 10-month licensed position starting Nov 23, 2026. The role emphasizes developing individualized learning plans, collaboration with staff and families, and documenting student progress as part of the ACPS framework.

The candidate will hold a Virginia SPED endorsement or be eligible to obtain it, with a Bachelor's in a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field is required.
• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional/Collegiate/PostGraduate License with a Special Education K-12 endorsement or eligibility upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work to address individualized learning plans within lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing and assessments to determine student progress.
• Advises parents/guardians on student progress and home strategies.
• Assesses progress toward objectives and reports to administration.
• Collaborates with staff, parents, and community resources to improve outcomes.
• Counsels students to improve performance and wellbeing.
• Directs teaching assistants and volunteers to support students.
• Instructs students to improve academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills.
• Manages student behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Monitors students across classrooms and field activities.
• Attends meetings and documents student progress and mandated data.
• Prepares written progress reports and records for compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field

Master’s Degree Preferred

Tools

Virginia Teaching License with SPED endorsement

Job description

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Elementary) for a 10-month licensed position starting Nov 23, 2026. The role emphasizes developing individualized learning plans, collaboration with staff and families, and documenting student progress as part of the ACPS framework.

The candidate will hold a Virginia SPED endorsement or be eligible to obtain it, with a Bachelor's in a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.