Extended School Year (ESY) Special Education Teacher

Anova Education; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking an ESY Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction aligned with Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The teacher will deliver direct instruction, monitor student progress, and collaborate with staff to ensure student needs are met during the Extended School Year Program in Danville, Virginia. A valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education is required, along with experience working with students with disabilities and IEPs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities across a range of needs preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior supports preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver specially designed instruction aligned to students’ IEP goals.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention plans.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals during the ESY session.
• Provide a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Special Education Instruction

IEP Implementation

Student Progress Monitoring

Behavior Intervention Plans

Education

Valid Virginia teaching license with endorsement in Special Education

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Extended School Year (ESY) Program is designed to provide continued specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities beyond the regular school year, as determined by each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The ESY Special Education Teacher is responsible for delivering specially designed instruction aligned to IEP goals, supporting skill maintenance, preventing regression, and ensuring continuity of services in a structured and supportive learning environment.

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

Under the supervision of the ESY Site Administrator and/or Site Facilitator, the ESY Special Education Teacher provides direct instruction to students with disabilities, implements IEPs, and monitors student progress. The teacher collaborates with staff to ensure that instructional practices, accommodations, and supports are aligned with each student’s individualized needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and deliver specially designed instruction aligned to students’ IEP goals
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention plans as outlined in student IEPs
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals during the ESY session
• Develop and utilize instructional materials that support student engagement and access to the curriculum
• Provide a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment for all students
• Supervise and direct the work of instructional paraprofessionals and personal care assistants
• Collaborate with related service providers to support continuity of services, as applicable
• Maintain accurate documentation and data collection in accordance with division expectations
• Communicate effectively with staff and ESY leadership regarding student progress and needs
• Comply with school division policies, procedures, and expectations
• Attend all assigned ESY sessions and required training
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Site Administrator and/or Site Facilitator

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education required; Experience working with students with disabilities across a range of needs preferred; Experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior supports preferred

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Summer ESY Program; up to 4 hours per day during assigned session(s)

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.