Teacher - Special Education Level 2

Young World Physical Education

Stafford (VA)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 118,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Stafford, Virginia is seeking a full-time Teacher for Special Education Level 2 for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves developing and implementing educational programs tailored for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor's degree in Special Education and be eligible for relevant teaching licensure.

The position offers a salary ranging from $54,000 to $118,000 per year, depending on experience. Interested candidates with a passion for teaching and improving student outcomes are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of subject matter for special needs students.
Bachelor’s degree, Master's degree or education related to special education.
Eligibility for a valid teaching license.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement instructional programs for students with disabilities.
Assess and evaluate student performance.
Complete required reports accurately and promptly.

Skills

Classroom management strategies

Relate positively to parents

Assess individual needs

Work cooperatively in a team

Organize and perform work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Valid teaching license in Special Education

Job description

Teacher – Special Education Level 2 – 2025-2026

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher – Special Education

Location: School Based

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale

Work Calendar: 10 month (200 days)

FLSA Status: Exempt

General Purpose

Under the supervision of the Principal and/or other designated administrator, 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.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

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 learning 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.

Support and Demonstrate Core Values of Stafford County Public Schools

Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
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 colleagues, supervisors, and co‑workers.
Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific special education area to which assigned.
Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in Special Education.

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

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work environment is inside a classroom but could include outside activities, with moderate noise, temperatures that are controlled but can be subject to outside temperatures, and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements.
The work is light work, requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force to move or lift objects.
The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; moving the hands, wrists, or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling, grasping, or holding objects by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

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