Licensed Special Education Teacher – IEP & Student Growth

Location to be Determined; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 93,000; Full time

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Job summary

Dinwiddie County Public Schools is seeking a Licensed Special Education Teacher for the Exceptional Education program, 10-month, full-time in Dinwiddie, VA. The role centers on developing and delivering specialized instruction for students with disabilities, aligning with IEPs, and collaborating with building administration.

Qualifications include Virginia DOE licensure or eligibility, preferred prior teaching or student teaching, and the ability to manage IEPs, assessments, and progress

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Virginia Department of Education teacher’s license or certification with appropriate endorsement in subject areas for which employed; or
• Has completed the requirements for a Virginia certificate or license and has filed an application for same; or
• Will qualify for a Virginia certificate or license prior to the effective date of employment.
• Prior teaching experience and/or student teaching is strongly preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop lesson plans and IEPs to meet the individual needs of students.
• Instructs students in a program of study which meets stated objectives and provides transfer of knowledge.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of all IEP’s and in harmony with the goals; establish clear objectives for the students.
• Evaluate student’s academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and data, prepare report cards and progress reports, behavioral assessments, and IEPs.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office supports as required to provide accurate and objective statements relevant to student progress in a timely manner.
• Communicates regularly with parents or guardians through conferences, IEP meetings, and other means to discuss student progress.
• Serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
• Administers standardized testing in accordance with division testing practices.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Dinwiddie County Public Schools is seeking a Licensed Special Education Teacher for the Exceptional Education program, 10-month, full-time in Dinwiddie, VA. The role centers on developing and delivering specialized instruction for students with disabilities, aligning with IEPs, and collaborating with building administration.

Qualifications include Virginia DOE licensure or eligibility, preferred prior teaching or student teaching, and the ability to manage IEPs, assessments, and progress