Special Educator: Functional Skills & Community Transitions

Mountain Views Supervisory Union; Woodstock (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Woodstock Union Middle & High School in Woodstock, VT seeks a dedicated Full-Time Special Educator to support middle and high school students with low-incidence disabilities. The role emphasizes functional math, literacy, life skills, and vocational training within a collaborative team.

The educator will lead paraprofessionals, coordinate community-based opportunities, advocate for students, and use data-driven decision making to guide instruction and progress.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for Vermont Educator License with SPED endorsement.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Create a safe, respectful learning environment tailored to individual styles.
• Utilize data-driven decisions to inform instruction and program development.
• Experience or interest in transition planning, vocational training, and community-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in functional math, literacy, life skills, and vocational skills.
• Develop and implement IEPs aligned with post-secondary goals.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and related service providers.
• Coordinate vocational and life skills opportunities within the school and community.
• Collaborate with families, community partners, and outside agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and services.
• Engage in professional development on best practices in special education.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Technology integration

Advocacy for students

Differentiated instruction

Transition planning

Education

Vermont SPED license

Job description

Woodstock Union Middle & High School in Woodstock, VT seeks a dedicated Full-Time Special Educator to support middle and high school students with low-incidence disabilities. The role emphasizes functional math, literacy, life skills, and vocational training within a collaborative team.

The educator will lead paraprofessionals, coordinate community-based opportunities, advocate for students, and use data-driven decision making to guide instruction and progress.