Special Education Teacher

Birch Agency; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay starting at $37

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Ongoing recruiter support and PD

Job summary

Birch Agency in Halifax, Virginia, seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a LIFE Classroom serving elementary students in a school-based setting. This full-time contract role emphasizes individualized instruction, life skills, communication support, and academic programming with a small caseload (up to 10 students).

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, delivering instruction across academics, functional, social-emotional and adaptive skills; collaborating with service providers;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (required or eligible).
• Active Virginia Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Experience with students with significant disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs based on student needs and goals.
• Provide instruction across academic, functional, communication, social-emotional, and adaptive skills.
• Use evidence-based teaching strategies and positive behavior supports.
• Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and school staff.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Adapt curriculum and materials for individual learning needs.
• Foster a structured, supportive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

IEP development

Classroom management

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher – LIFE Classroom

Location: Halifax, VA

Schedule: Full-time, school-based

Employment Type: Contract

Pay Rate: Starting at $37/hour (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to support students in a LIFE (Learning in Functional Environments) Classroom serving elementary-aged students in Halifax, Virginia.

This role focuses on supporting students with significant educational and functional needs through individualized instruction, life skills development, communication support, and academic programming. The classroom maintains a small caseload of no more than 10 students, allowing for highly individualized instruction and meaningful student engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student needs and goals.
• Provide instruction in academic, functional, communication, social-emotional, and adaptive skills.
• Implement evidence-based teaching strategies and positive behavior supports.
• Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and school staff.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Adapt curriculum and instructional materials to meet individual learning needs.
• Foster a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field preferred.
• Active Virginia Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Experience working with students with significant disabilities preferred.
• Strong classroom management and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop individualized instructional plans and monitor progress effectively.

Work Environment

• Elementary school setting (K–5).
• LIFE classroom with a maximum caseload of 10 students.
• Collaborative team environment with support from related service providers and administrators.

Why Work with Birch Agency?

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $37/hour & dependent on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ongoing recruiter support and professional development opportunities