Teacher, Special Education (K-2, Autism) (SY 25-26)

Loudoun County Public Schools; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Virginia seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to implement instructional programs and provide educational services for students. The ideal candidate will have a valid teaching license and knowledge of curriculum and student development. Responsibilities include planning lessons, assessing student progress, and collaborating with other professionals to enhance learning opportunities. Join a supportive team committed to student success and professional development.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Virginia or out-of-state teaching license in Special Education.
• Knowledge of Loudoun County Public Schools curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional strategies and activities.
• Manage student behavior to ensure a conducive learning environment.
• Engage with parents through conferences.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Knowledge of Curriculum

Education

Virginia Teaching License in Special Education

Tools

Multimedia Technology

Job description

Job Overview

Under the general supervision of a principal and/or other designated administrator, plans and implements an instructional program and provides related educational services for students. Carries out a variety of student monitoring and control activities; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Classes taught may be single or multi-grade level, subject, skill, or specialty oriented. Incumbents usually perform duties within a team or departmental setting but may work independently in a unique teaching specialty. Some positions are assigned to science labs or industrial arts/technology or other education labs where greater than average monitoring is required to diminish the chance of accidental injury to students.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Continually assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
• Plan and implement appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level of materials, provide suitable learning experiences, manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Manage student behavior in instructional settings to ensure a conducive learning environment, and assist in managing student behavior in other parts of the school, grounds, or work site.
• Coordinate instructional activities with other professional staff, both school and nonschool-based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities.
• Participate in in-service and professional development activities and staff meetings, as required or assigned.
• Communicate instructional expectations to students to keep them informed of their progress.
• Engage with parents through conferences and other means.
• Collaborate with other professionals (guidance counselors, librarians, etc.) to carry out schoolwide instructional or related activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Virginia or out-of-state teaching license in Special Education.
• Eligible for a Virginia teaching license in Special Education (must submit transcripts).
• Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty(ies).
• Knowledge of pre-adolescent and adolescent growth and development.
• Knowledge of Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) curriculum related to assignments and School Division mission, goals, and organization; ability to apply current research and theory to instructional programs.
• Skill in the use of multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and student needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents; strong oral and written communication skills; excellent human relations skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Employees frequently sit, handle objects, reach, see, talk, hear, stand, walk, and occasionally run. Movement of students by wheelchairs or mechanical devices and occasional travel on field trips may be necessary. Employees may need to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months, Days, Hours: 10 months, 200 days, 7 hours

Salary Level: Licensed

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation