Teacher - Special Education (Available January 2027)

Lexington School District 4; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington School District Four is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our high-needs school in Lexington, VA. Position available January 2027.

The teacher will develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs), provide instruction, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and staff to support student growth. Qualifications include valid Special Education certification and eligibility for alternative certification paths.

Qualifications

• Valid SC Special Education teaching certification in designated area.
• Certification pending graduation.
• Certificate of Eligibility for Alternative Certification Pathway.

Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction addressing goals within each student's IEP.
• Assesses student progress and adjusts instructional strategies as needed.
• Develops and implements annual IEP plans including present levels and services.
• Schedules team meetings and collaborates with staff to set instructional goals.
• Coordinates delivery of special education services per each student's IEP.
• Maintains classroom structure to foster student responsibility and respect.
• Acts as primary contact for parents regarding students' IEPs.
• Keeps records and prepares progress reports and enters grades in district software.

Skills

IEP development

Student assessment

Classroom management

Education

Special Education certification (SC)

Certification pending graduation

Certificate of Eligibility for Alternative Certification Pathway

Job description

Teacher - Special Education (Available January 2027) JobID: 1206

• Position Type: Special Education/ Special Education Certified Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: Lexington School District Four (High-Needs School)
• Date Available: 01/04/2027

Job Description

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

Qualifications

Valid SC Special Education teaching certification in designated area; Certification pending graduation; Certificate of Eligibility for Alternative Certification Pathway

Job Goal

To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, behaviors, and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for future education in accordance with each student's ability; to establish good working relationships with parents and other staff members.

Reports to

Principal

Performance Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
• Assess student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent regarding student's IEP.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Keep appropriate records and prepares progress reports and enters grade in district software programs
• Plans and coordinates the work of Instructional Assistants (if applicable)
• Creates an environment for learning through student displays and exhibits of work
• Supervises classroom and students and volunteers
• Meet standards set forth by State Department of Education Certified Teacher Evaluation Model
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Physical Requirements

Requires light work that involves walking, bending, or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.

Compensation

Letter of Agreement; 2026-2027 Lexington Four Certified Teacher Salary Schedule

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy and the State Department of Education Certified Teacher Evaluation Process