Special Education Teacher - ACHS

Amherst County High School

Amherst (VA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Amherst County High School in Amherst, Virginia seeks a Special Education Teacher to develop and implement an educational program for every child, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. The role involves case management for students with disabilities and delivering individualized supports, including autism programming.

The position requires collaboration with the principal and assistant principal, regular progress reporting to families, and ongoing professional growth within a

Responsibilities

Implement instruction, services and supports in accordance with federal, state and local regulations pertaining to special education.
Provide comprehensive and individualized programming for students identified as eligible for special education in the area of autism.
Maintain records and report progress to parents.
Maintain the classroom environment that encourages learning and safety for all students.
Participate in the decision-making process related to curriculum and school policies.

Job description

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Special Education Teacher - ACHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5711938

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

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