Special Education Teacher

Phillips Programs; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Programs in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a full-time High School Special Education Teacher. In this role, you will develop individualized education programs for students with emotional and behavioral needs, ensuring effective classroom management and support.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and a Provisional Certificate in special education. This position also requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with parents and professionals.

Salary is based on experience and qualifications within a specified range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required for teaching.
• Provisional Certificate in special education at the appropriate level or content area needed.
• Experience in special education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for assigned students.
• Select instructional materials and strategies to meet IEP goals.
• Prepare quarterly report cards and IEP progress narratives.
• Maintain communication with parents and external professionals.
• Manage classroom budget and expenditures.
• Evaluate students’ academic and behavioral functioning.
• Organize classroom environment to support learning.
• Supervise students for safety during the day.
• Implement behavior management programs.

Skills

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Classroom management

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Provisional Certificate in special education

Job description

Position

High School Special Education Teacher with Signing Bonus

Overview

Experienced full-time position located in Leesburg, VA. The role requires delivering individualized education and behavioral programs for high school students with emotional and behavioral needs within private special education day schools.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements individualized education plans (IEPs) for assigned students.
• Selects appropriate instructional materials and strategies to meet IEP goals across all required subject areas.
• Prepares quarterly report cards, mid-quarter progress reports, and IEP progress narratives.
• Maintains communication with students' parents/guardians, relevant staff, and external professionals.
• Manages classroom budget and reports expenditures to supervisor.
• Evaluates students’ academic and behavioral functioning; re-evaluates and adjusts programs as needed.
• Organizes classroom furniture and equipment to support an effective learning environment.
• Supervises students throughout the day, including bus and playground duty, to ensure safety.
• Implements individual and group behavior management programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (required).
• Minimum qualification for a Provisional Certificate in special education at the appropriate level or content area.
• Experience working in special education or a related field (preferred).

Additional Information

Salary range: The range listed reflects the approximate full salary range for this role. Actual offers are based on relevant experience and qualifications; offers placed within the range accordingly. Offers are non-negotiable to ensure fairness.

Location: Leesburg, Virginia.