Secondary Special Education Teacher 2026-27

Young World Physical Education; Kenbridge (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Secondary Special Education Teacher for full-time employment to create a positive learning environment for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in special education or be eligible for state certification. Responsibilities include providing individualized instruction, collaborating with parents and professionals on individualized education programs (IEPs), and modifying curriculum to meet various student needs. Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for proper state certification/licensure.
• Experience with the education of students with disabilities.
• Previous successful teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities.
• Employ special educational strategies to improve sensory and cognitive skills.
• Instruct students using various techniques like multi-sensory learning.

Skills

Special education strategies

Inclusive classroom techniques

Behavior management

Academic subject instruction

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelors Degree in approved special education program

Collegiate Professional License from the State of Virginia

Job description

Secondary Special Education Teacher (Anticipated 2026-27)

Lunenburg County Public Schools TBD - Kenbridge, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5479015

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 19, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold or be eligible for proper state certification/licensure

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Director of SPED

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the school principal, the special education teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports.

EXPERIENCE:

• Requires a Bachelors Degree in an approved program for special education – general curriculum or have completed a major in special education – general curriculum, or have completed 27 semester hours in the education of students with disabilities in the assigned area required.
• Must be eligible or possess a valid Collegiate Professional License from the State of Virginia.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
• Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
• Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students’ individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system.
• Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
• Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Develop plans for effective communication, monitoring, and follow-up of students in inclusive classroom settings.
• Provide crisis intervention, as needed, for students and those in inclusive classrooms.
• Assist in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Assist in preparation of data for local, state, and federal reports.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Perform related work as required.

Position Type: Full-Time