Special Education Teacher

Birch Agency; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Paid time off

Recruiter support

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the ACHIEVE Program in South Boston, Virginia. The role supports elementary students in a self-contained and pull-out model within a small classroom of up to 10 students.

As a contract, school-based position, it offers competitive weekly pay starting at $37/hour and opportunities for professional development and supportive recruiter services through Birch Agency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Virginia Special Education teaching license or eligibility.
• Experience with students with learning disabilities and intervention programs preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills; differentiated instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs aligned with student goals.
• Deliver specialized instruction in reading, writing, math and core areas.
• Provide individual and small-group instruction to address needs.
• Use data-driven progress monitoring to guide instruction.
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers and families.
• Maintain required documentation and student records.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary planning.

Skills

IEP development

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Data-driven instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher - ACHIEVE Program

Location: South Boston, VA 24592

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 student-focused Special Education Teacher to support students in an ACHIEVE Program serving elementary-aged students in South Boston, Virginia. This self-contained academic program provides specialized instruction and targeted support for students requiring additional academic interventions. The classroom serves up to 10 students and incorporates both self-contained and pull-out instructional models to help students achieve academic growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with student goals.
• Deliver specialized academic instruction in reading, writing, math, and other core content areas.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to address student learning needs.
• Utilize data-driven instructional practices and progress monitoring.
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families.
• Maintain compliance documentation and student records.
• Participate in IEP meetings, staff trainings, and multidisciplinary planning sessions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required.
• Active Virginia Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Experience working with students with learning disabilities and academic intervention programs preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.Ability to create engaging and differentiated instructional experiences.

Work Environment

• Elementary school setting (K-5).
• Self-contained and pull-out instructional model.
• Small classroom environment with a maximum of 10 students.
• Supportive team atmosphere focused on student growth and achievement.

Why Work with Birch Agency?

Birch Agency is committed to supporting educators with meaningful opportunities and exceptional benefits, including:

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