Special Education Teacher

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

Job summary

Amherst County Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Amherst Middle School in Amherst, Virginia. The role reports to the Principal and Assistant Principal and involves developing and implementing an educational program tailored to each student.

Typical duties include managing student case load, delivering instruction in accordance with federal/state regulations, documenting progress for parents, and maintaining classroom records.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid state teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Implement instruction, services and supports in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to special education.
• Effectively implement all responsibilities associated with being a special education student case manager.
• Provide learning activities and environments suitable for each student; guide learning.
• Maintain safety, health and well-being of students under care.
• Evaluate students and report progress to parents.
• Maintain classroom records and materials; keep up with professional growth.

Skills

Special Education

Education

Teaching certification (Special Education)

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Amherst County School District, Amherst Middle School – Amherst, Virginia. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5711966

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Reports to: Principal and Assistant Principal

General Definition of Work: To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child.

Essential Functions:

• Effectively implement all responsibilities associated with being a special education student case manager
• Implement instruction, services and supports in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to special education.
• Competently implement comprehensive and individualized programming for students identified as eligible for special education in the area of autism
• To guide the learning activities of each student and to provide learning situations suitable for each student
• To provide for the safety, health and well-being of each pupil in any situation in which students are committed to the teacher’s care
• To maintain the classroom and atmosphere which encourages learning
• To evaluate each student and to report progress to parents
• To become informed about and to comply with the policies and regulations of the school division and of the local school
• To maintain the neatness and proper care of the classroom, equipment and materials
• To keep essential records necessary for the efficient operation of the school
• To keep abreast of recent developments in education and to show evidence of continuing professional growth
• To contribute to the success of the school by maintaining interest in and developing knowledge of the total school program
• To participate in the decision-making process of the school, particularly those decisions related to curriculum content or change
• To maintain a cooperative attitude toward all school personnel
• To serve as a public relations agent for the school and the school system
• To cooperate with approved community groups in matters related to the welfare of the students
• To perform such duties as are necessary for the efficient and successful operation of the school system
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee
• Make reports to the principal relative to student injuries, hazardous or dangerous conditions prevailing where students are engaged in activities known or suspected child abuse, and other areas that normally concern the teacher and school officials
• Other duties as apparent or assigned

Education and Job Experience: Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule

License/Endorsements: Valid certification to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.

Contract Period: 10 months

FLSA Status: Exempt

Amherst County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time