Empowering Special Education Teacher - Inspire Growth

Portsmouth Public Schools; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Portsmouth, Virginia to provide professional instruction and support for students with special needs. The role reports to the building principal and carries an exempt status with the 710 pay grade.

It involves developing individualized programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating with staff and families to monitor progress. Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education and a Virginia Collegiate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or related field required.
• Virginia teaching license endorsement required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate specialized subject matters and motivate students to achieve potential.
• Assess and evaluate the needs of assigned students.
• Develop individualized instructional programs and monitor implementation and deadlines.
• Complete and advise on Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Create lessons to instruct students in specialization areas per state law and Portsmouth Public Schools procedures.
• Establish and maintain district and school-wide behavior standards.
• Communicate with students, counselors, teachers, and parents/guardians.
• Maintain professional competence through development and in-service education.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field.

Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License, Postgraduate Professional License or Provisional License with appropriate endorsement to teach specified subject area.

Job description

Portsmouth Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Portsmouth, Virginia to provide professional instruction and support for students with special needs. The role reports to the building principal and carries an exempt status with the 710 pay grade.

It involves developing individualized programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating with staff and families to monitor progress. Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education and a Virginia Collegiate