ID - TEACHER OF STUDENTS W/ ID - 195 DAY

IMDiversity; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools is seeking a full-time Teacher for Students with ID at Fitzgerald ES in Woodbridge, VA. The role centers on developing and implementing IEPs and collaborating with parents and IEP team members to promote inclusive practices.

The position requires a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsements in the disability served, a Bachelor's degree at minimum, and preference for a Master's degree. On-site duties and 195-day calendar are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Virginia teaching certificate with endorsements in disability served required.
• Preferred: Master's Degree and continuing education in special education.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements IEPs based on student needs and Virginia Standards of Learning.
• Collaborates with parents and IEP team members to monitor student progress.
• Plans and delivers instruction using varied teaching strategies and assistive technology.
• Maintains records and data collection per Special Education Manual.
• Works in a co-teaching setting with general education staff to ensure accommodations.

Skills

IEP development

Parent collaboration

Classroom technology use

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

ID - TEACHER OF STUDENTS W/ ID - 195 DAY
JOB STATUS: OPEN
EFFECTIVE: 2026-27
POSTING NUMBER: 00060067
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Fitzgerald ES
LOCATION: Woodbridge,VA
POSITION TITLE: ID - TEACHER OF STUDENTS W/ ID - 195 DAY
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS:
An essential function of this position is the ability to work in person and physically report for work on site.

JOB SUMMARY: This position develops and implements effective instructional practices based on the needs identified in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This position develops, implements and monitors the students’ Individualized Education Programs in collaboration with parents and other IEP Team members. This position promotes a collaborative relationship with school staff and parents that will foster inclusionary practices.
DAYS: 195
FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full Time

Teacher, Students w/ I.D.

Job Code: 000280 Job Title: Teacher, Students w/ I.D.
FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Level (Grade): 00012
Reports To: Principal Calendar - Primary: M - 195 Inst

Mission Statement

• We serve as trusted partners in education with our students, families, and community.
• We prepare our students to be critical thinkers, responsible digital citizens, innovators and visionaries, resilient individuals, and global collaborators.
• We commit to inclusive practices and equity with an expectation of excellence from every student and employee every day.

Job Summary

This position develops and implements effective instructional practices based on the needs identified in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This position develops, implements and monitors the students’ Individualized Education Programs in collaboration with parents and other IEP Team members. This position promotes a collaborative relationship with school staff and parents that will foster inclusionary practices.

Essential Responsibilities

This job description is a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Additionally, the scope of this job may change as necessary by the school division.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

PWCS requires that each employee:

• works collaboratively with all stakeholders in execution of division strategic plan, "Elevate 2030."
• establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• communicate effectively
• relate to and interact with a non-traditional and diverse student and employee population
• report to work on a regular and punctual basis as scheduled
• perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program
• have knowledge of and be able to use relevant technology
• participate in the annual professional growth planning process, and recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct.

Essential Responsibilities - specific to this job

• Assumes the responsibilities of a special education teacher, including the responsibilities of a teacher as listed in the Prince William County Public Schools Regulation 561.01-1, Certificated Personnel Responsibilities and Duties
• Develops Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), plans curriculum, develops individualized lesson plans and prepares instructional materials that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students, considering the Virginia Standards of Learning, local requirements and physical, emotional, and academic levels of development
• Instructs students in all areas specified by the IEP
• Develops and implements a variety of effective teaching strategies and techniques; i.e., hands-on, student interaction, lecture, group work, etc., to present instructional content to the students
• Plans, integrates and utilizes technology for classroom instruction
• Utilizes assistive technology and specialized equipment
• Works with students to increase motivation, provides consistent reinforcement to learning, continuous assessment of level of functioning, and continuous feedback to students for all learning activities
• Develops and implements a plan for managing classroom behaviors in accordance with IEP using a variety of positive behavioral supports
• Participates in the development and implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans using the Functional Behavior Assessment process
• Administers, interprets, and reports standardized test results for purposes of evaluating educational progress and determining eligibility for special education
• Participates in staff, department, and special education committee meetings as required
• Maintains a system of record keeping and data collection following required procedures as outlined in the Special Education Manual
• Compiles and maintains special education component of Student Education Record as outlined in the Special Education Manual
• Completes Prince William County Public Schools’ 30-hour staff development requirement
• Participates in specialized staff development activities to improve job related skills and apply best practices in working with students with disabilities
• Collaborates, in a co-teaching situation, with general education classroom teacher to assess program effectiveness, recommend instructional strategies, ensure implementation of student’s required accommodations and/or modifications, provide curriculum coordination between general and special education, and evaluate the student’s educational progress
• Consults with general education teacher regarding instructional and behavioral strategies for assigned students in general education classes
• Informs general education teachers of accommodations and modifications required by the students’ IEPs
• Plans and supervises assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or other volunteer(s)
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications for Successful Performance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

Education or Equivalency Requirements

Minimum/ Preferred Education level Description

• Minimum - Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred - Master's Degree

Work Experience Requirements

Equivalent to at least Type Area or Field

Certification and License Requirements

State

• Virginia teaching certificate with endorsements in the area of disability served; in lieu of complete endorsement, a conditional license may be granted if the teacher is working toward complete endorsement at a rate of a minimum of six (6) semester hours per year

Work Environment and Physical and Mental Requirements

The work environment and physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters and is expected to meet while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment Type:

INDOOR/OUTDOOR: Work is performed in a standard indoor and outdoor environment. Essential functions are or may be performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including unpleasant weather or building conditions and uneven terrain.