Elementary SPED Teacher — Adaptive Curriculum & IEP Support

Norfolk Public School District; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Master’s stipend 3500/yr

Master’s +30 hours stipend 5400/yr

Doctoral stipend 7800/yr

Job summary

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an experienced Special Education Elementary Teacher with an adapted curriculum focus in Norfolk, VA. The role requires developing and implementing IEPs, collaborating with parents and staff, and delivering inclusive instruction.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a generous educational stipend and a base salary range. Immediate start available, with an application deadline of Oct 01, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• A valid TB test certifying freedom from contagious TB.
• Virginia license/endorsement in Special Education K-12.
• Ability to collaborate with students, parents and staff.
• Clear communication with families and colleagues.
• Commitment to inclusive educational practices.
• Ability to adapt practices to student needs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Fosters positive interactions in school communities.
• Ability to work with educators across programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor IEPs.
• Adapt lessons to meet IEP goals in least restrictive settings.
• Support FBA and BIP processes with data collection.
• Ensure compliance with state/district assessments and accommodations.
• Provide instructional/behavioral strategies for students in LRE.
• Assess social and academic needs to support students.
• Collaborate with school personnel, families and agencies to modify programming.
• Manage student behavior with evidence-based approaches.
• Support paraprofessionals in program classrooms.
• Confer with IEP team to implement plans.
• Utilize data-driven decision making and data interpretation.
• Create an organized classroom with visual supports.

Skills

Ability to work cooperatively with stu

Communication with parents and staff

Strong organizational skills

Commitment to inclusive practices

Facilitates positive interactions

Knowledge of best practices

Modify practices for student needs

Collaborate with educators

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field

Virginia teacher licensure with endorsement in Special Education General Curriculum K-12 or Adaptive Curriculum K-12

Tuberculin skin test certifying TB-free

Job description

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an experienced Special Education Elementary Teacher with an adapted curriculum focus in Norfolk, VA. The role requires developing and implementing IEPs, collaborating with parents and staff, and delivering inclusive instruction.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a generous educational stipend and a base salary range. Immediate start available, with an application deadline of Oct 01, 2026.