Teacher - Special Education Level 1

HH POOLE MIDDLE

Stafford (VA)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 101,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

HH Poole Middle School in Stafford, Virginia seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher. The role involves developing and implementing instructional programs tailored to students with disabilities, assessing performance, and adapting instruction to ensure progress within mandates and the district’s 200-day schedule.

The ideal candidate holds a Virginia teaching license with a Special Education endorsement and has experience collaborating with families and school teams to support student

Qualifications

Must have valid teaching license with Special Education endorsement.
Experience in planning and implementing IEP-driven instruction.
Ability to collaborate with building staff and parents.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement instructional programs meeting individualized needs of students with disabilities.
Assess student performance and modify instruction accordingly.
Maintain an organized instruction program with long-range planning and evidence-based lesson plans.
Communicate objectives and progress to students, parents, and staff.
Adhere to local, state, and federal mandates governing special education programs.
Complete required reports in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

Special education knowledge

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Education related to special education

Virginia teaching license with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Teacher - Special Education Level 1

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Job Details

Job ID: 4574626

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Information

Job Title: Teacher - Special Education

Department: School Based

Reports To: Building Administrator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Calendar: Licensed 200 Day

Staff Salary Scale: Teacher Salary Scale

Job Summary and Purpose

The Special Education Teacher develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively meet the individualized needs of each student with a disability; assesses and evaluates student performance and modifies instructional activities as appropriate; and maintains an understanding of local, state, federal mandates governing special education programs.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

Support Student Learning

Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.
Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interests.
Maintain and organized program of instruction based on effective long-range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and leaning activities both in class and out of class.
Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and to inform appropriate persons of such progress.

School Building Responsibilities

Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care.

Education and Experience

Education Attainment (Required): Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific special education area to which assigned.

Education Attainment (Preferred):

Relevant Experience (Required):

Relevant Experience (Preferred):

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in Special Education.

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred):

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of the subject being taught to special needs students
Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation

Skills

Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
Assess individual needs and performance

Abilities

Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes
Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
Organize and perform work independently
Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees

Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.

Weight Demands

Weight Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently Lifting – 1–25 lbs X Lifting – 26–50 lbs X Lifting – 50+ lbs X Carrying – 1–25 lbs X Carrying – 26–50 lbs X Carrying – 50+ lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs X

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently Standing X Sitting X Walking X Reaching X Turning/Twisting X Balancing/Climbing X Stooping/Kneeling X Crouching/Crawling X

Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)

Job Family: TEACHER Calendar: LICENSED 200 DAYS Pay Structure: TEACHER PAY SCALE Position: MULTIPLE FLSA Status: EXEMPT Job Grade: T10-T31 Job Code: 2010 Status: ACTIVE

This description is intended to describe the general nature, essential functions, and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks, the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $54,000 to $101,332 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

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