Long Term Teacher: Special Educator (40%)

Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union; Brandon (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Long Term part time Teacher:Special Educator. The teacher provides individualized instruction and support to K-grade 12 students with special needs.

This role focuses on creating a safe, inclusive learning environment that supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development in alignment with state and federal special education requirements Matthew Hildebrand, Director of Student Support

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction aligned with students’ IEPs.
• Use best practices in special education, behavior management, and MTSS.
• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction and IEP development.
• Create and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Implement behavior support plans as needed.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and required state documentation, including IDEA Indicator 12 data.

Job description

Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Long Term part time Teacher:Special Educator. The teacher provides individualized instruction and support to K-grade 12 students with special needs. This role focuses on creating a safe, inclusive learning environment that supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development in alignment with state and federal special education requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Use best practices in special education, behavior management, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction and IEP development.
• Create and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Implement behavior support plans as needed.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and required state documentation, including IDEA Indicator 12 data.

Education, Training And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Valid or eligible Vermont Early Childhood Special Educator certification (Birth–Age 6).

Experience Working With Young Children With Disabilities.

• Strong knowledge of the IEP process and early childhood special education practices.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Understanding of Vermont Education Quality Standards and the PreK environment.

Matthew Hildebrand, Director of Student Support Services