Special Education Teacher - Empower Student Growth

Watson Mountain Middle School; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Mountain Middle School in Leesburg, Virginia is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Cross Category) to provide instructional services for students under the supervision of the principal. The role involves planning, implementing, and monitoring individualized education plans, and collaborating with a team to support student learning.

Responsibilities include ongoing assessment, adapting materials, managing behavior, coordinating with staff, and communicating student progress to families.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia or out-of-state teaching license in Special Education.
• Eligible for Virginia teaching licensure in Special Education (transcripts required).
• Knowledge of instructional methods and materials for special education.
• Ability to apply current research and theory to instruction.
• Strong communication skills in oral and written form; ability to collaborate with staff, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Continually assess student achievement and document progress for reporting.
• Plan and implement instructional strategies and select appropriate materials to maximize achievement.
• Manage classroom behavior to create a conducive learning environment.
• Coordinate instructional activities with other staff to maximize learning opportunities.
• Engage in professional development and in-service activities.
• Communicate progress to students and parents; collaborate with counselors, librarians, etc.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Virginia Special Education teaching license

Job description

Watson Mountain Middle School in Leesburg, Virginia is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Cross Category) to provide instructional services for students under the supervision of the principal. The role involves planning, implementing, and monitoring individualized education plans, and collaborating with a team to support student learning.

Responsibilities include ongoing assessment, adapting materials, managing behavior, coordinating with staff, and communicating student progress to families.