Special Education Teacher — Impactful Career with Benefits

Elk Hill Farm; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Pet insurance

Generous time-off & holidays

401(k) with 5% employer match

Job summary

Elk Hill Farm in Staunton, VA seeks a Licensed or Career Switcher Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction that meets each student’s unique needs within our private day school. You will develop programs, monitor progress, and collaborate with a supportive team.

The organization has 50+ years of service, a strong culture recognized as a Top Workplace, and offers competitive benefits, generous time off, pet insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate in subject area taught or ability to obtain one.
• Experience working with youth, preferably in a group setting.
• Ability to manage behavior and work with staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized plans to attain educational goals for each youth.
• Demonstrate motivation and commitment as a total staff member.
• Enhance cognitive, social, and emotional growth of students.
• Provide a classroom environment for dealing with and resolving emotional problems of each youth.
• Develop and maintain a physical classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Maintain complete records on the academic progress and achievement of each student.
• Work cooperatively with staff to improve the quality of the total program.
• Be able to accept and give professional feedback regarding total staff members.
• Work to promote an atmosphere of openness, honesty, and understanding among all staff and other persons associated with Elk Hill Farm.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Special Education

Experience with youth

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Humor

Educational planning

Education

Teaching certificate in subject area

Pursuing Special Education endorsement

Job description

Elk Hill Farm in Staunton, VA seeks a Licensed or Career Switcher Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction that meets each student’s unique needs within our private day school. You will develop programs, monitor progress, and collaborate with a supportive team.

The organization has 50+ years of service, a strong culture recognized as a Top Workplace, and offers competitive benefits, generous time off, pet insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match.