Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Tailored mentorship program

Job summary

A dedicated educational support organization in Winchester, VA, is hiring a Special Education Teacher to help K-12 students reach their potential. The role involves creating Individualized Education Plans, communicating student progress, and ensuring a safe classroom environment. Candidates must possess a valid VA Special Education License and relevant experience. Offering competitive salary and generous benefits, including health insurance and IRA matching, this position aims to make a positive impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid VA Special Education License.
• At least 2 years of experience working with special needs children.
• Strong skills in creating and executing IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate with staff and families about student progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators.
• Participate in scheduled IEP meetings.
• Utilize individualized techniques for student reinforcement.
• Invite family involvement in educational progress.
• Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Confer with therapists on behavioral issues.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom.

Skills

Experience working with K-12 Special needs children

Ability to create Individualized Education Plans (IEP)

Communication skills

Education

VA Sped License

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• VA Sped License
• Experience working with K-12 Special needs children

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.