Special Education: General & Adaptive Classroom Leader

KNOLLWOOD MEADOWS ES - ADMIN; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KNOLLWOOD MEADOWS ES - ADMIN in Newport News, VA seeks a Special Education teacher for 2026-2027, general and adaptive instruction. The role requires creating a positive classroom environment, building rapport with students, and supporting individual education plans (IEPs) to promote growth and citizenship.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in education, and Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education; strong communication and collaboration skills with

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Endorsement in Special Education and a valid Virginia teaching license are required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in a program meeting objectives and transfers knowledge.
• Develops lesson plans and materials; provides individualized and small-group instruction.
• Guides learning toward IEP goals and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintains records, reports attendance, and communicates progress with parents.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Education

Virginia teaching license with SPED endorsement

Job description

KNOLLWOOD MEADOWS ES - ADMIN in Newport News, VA seeks a Special Education teacher for 2026-2027, general and adaptive instruction. The role requires creating a positive classroom environment, building rapport with students, and supporting individual education plans (IEPs) to promote growth and citizenship.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in education, and Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education; strong communication and collaboration skills with