Special Education Teacher Generalist: Baker-Butler Elementary School - 2026-27 School Year

Albemarle Co; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

Retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Wellness program

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

A public school division in Charlottesville, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate will be innovative and passionate about closing equity gaps while engaging students through a Culturally Responsive Teaching approach. This position offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and strong instructional support. Interested candidates should apply online and be ready to inspire and lead in a supportive community that values growth and development.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education.
• More information can be found on the VDOE website.
• Must be prepared to engage with diverse learners using culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive instruction to students with disabilities as part of the Generalist role.
• Collaborate with general education and special education staff to support IEP goals.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and equity initiatives.

Skills

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Collaborative teaching

Innovation and self-reflection

Passion for equity

Education

Virginia teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement

Endorsement in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher: Generalist

Baker‑Butler Elementary

2026‑27 School Year

Teach • Lead • Inspire

Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools.

Who We’re Looking For

Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, affirming and empowering communities, and equitable, transformative resources.

Our ideal candidates are:

• Innovative, self‑reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and continually growing and improving
• Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
• Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our equity mission statement

Why Work in Our Schools

Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:

• Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
• A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
• Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
• The opportunity to work in a close‑knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional

Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools. You can read the full teacher job description here.

Location

Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – a university town rich in culture and close to natural beauty. Albemarle County sits in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant arts and food scene, or small‑town living with a big‑city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.

The Application Process

Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.

STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.

STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by category or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.

STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.

Qualifications

Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education. More information can be found on the VDOE website.

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Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!