Trauma-Informed SPED Teacher in Small-Classroom Setting

Health Connect America, Inc.; Partlow (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

KEYS Academy, supported by Health Connect America, seeks a licensed Special Education teacher to join a trauma-informed, small-classroom program in Virginia. You will design and deliver individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals, SOLs, and KEYS curriculum, collaborating with families and staff to support student success.

The role emphasizes data‑driven instruction, structured routines, and opportunities to make a measurable difference for at‑risk students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Active Virginia teaching license in Special Education required.
• Endorsement in Emotional Disabilities (ED) or Special Education endorsement required; willingness to pursue SPED endorsement if needed.
• Must maintain licensure and required certifications throughout employment.
• Willingness to pursue SPED endorsement within the specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Lead a structured trauma-informed classroom for students with emotional/behavioral needs.
• Deliver instruction aligned to SOLs and individual IEP goals.
• Differentiate instruction for varied needs and social-emotional development.
• Collaborate with families, LEA, and related services professionals.
• Maintain attendance, grades, progress, and required reports accurately.
• Attend IEP meetings and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Implement KEYS curriculum and Social Thinking integration daily.

Skills

Special Ed law

IEP development

Classroom management

Data analysis

Educational tech

Clear communication

Organization

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Virginia SPED license

ED endorsement / SPED endorsement

Job description

KEYS Academy, supported by Health Connect America, seeks a licensed Special Education teacher to join a trauma-informed, small-classroom program in Virginia. You will design and deliver individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals, SOLs, and KEYS curriculum, collaborating with families and staff to support student success.

The role emphasizes data‑driven instruction, structured routines, and opportunities to make a measurable difference for at‑risk students.