Special Education Teacher (Elementary) - General Pool (2025-26 SY)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to foster student success in academics and daily living skills. This role involves adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning needs, collaborating with parents and staff, and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, a valid Virginia teaching license, and a passion for enhancing the educational experience for students with special needs. Join a team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of students and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Valid Virginia Department of Education License in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom work to meet individualized learning plans.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback to parents.
• Collaborate with staff and community resources for student success.

Skills

Classroom Management

Individualized Learning Plans

Communication with Parents

Assessment and Evaluation

Collaboration with Staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Description:

The Special Education Teacher develops special education students' success in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

This job reports to the Principal.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred.


• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education License with an endorsement in Special Education, or eligibility to obtain one.


• Compensation: This position qualifies for an additional step placement on the Licensed Salary Scale under the umbrella of Specialized Instruction.

Essential Functions:

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.


• Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or develop individual learning plans.


• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student achievements; develops methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.


• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration.


• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.


• Counsels students to improve performance, health status, problem-solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues.


• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.


• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.


• Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.


• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.


• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.


• Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.


• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.


• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the Education Code and school policies.


• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.


• Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

• Must follow safety and health protocols.

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