Wilderness Elementary School Special Education (Learning Disabilities) Teacher - 26/27 SY

Young World Physical Education; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 54,902 - 104,737; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Special Education Teacher to work with students who have learning disabilities at Wilderness Elementary. Responsibilities include developing individualized education programs (IEPs) and collaborating with general educators to support student success. A Bachelor's Degree and the ability to obtain a Virginia teaching license are required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $54,902 to $104,737 per year, with potential benefits including health insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for the position.
• Ability to obtain Virginia teaching license is necessary.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for students with learning disabilities.
• Develop and review Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
• Collaborate with general and special education teachers.

Skills

Specialized instruction for learning disabilities

Communication skills

Collaboration with colleagues and parents

Knowledge of IEP development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college

Virginia teaching license

Job description

Wilderness Elementary School Special Education (Learning Disabilities) Teacher - 26/27 SY

Spotsylvania County School District - Wilderness Elementary, Spotsylvania, Virginia. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5700607

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 29, 2026

Job Description

Our Teachers develop and implement instructional programs that effectively provide the best possible education for each and every student. This role provides teaching and/or training services to students in collaborative classrooms who have special needs (Learning Disabilities, Speech, Vision, Hearing, and other Health Impairments) whose educational needs are not met by a general education environment. Additionally, this role will leverage strong communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and stakeholders to support student success.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides specialized instruction, with specific educational planning, for those students whose needs cannot be met within the general classroom.
• Works cooperatively with general and special area classroom teachers by interpreting the abilities and disabilities of their students, and assists students with achievement of the curriculum. Develops, implements, and annually reviews student Individualized Education Programs (IEP) according to federal, state, and local procedures.
• Maintains ongoing records of student performance and IEP implementation in order to evaluate progress including report cards and IEP progress reports.
• Assists in screening, evaluating and recommending placements of students for the division’s special education program.
• Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team whose purpose is to provide appropriate educational programs for students with disabilities.
• Holds periodic parent conferences and/or home visits.
• Keeps abreast of recent developments in education for special needs students and shows evidence of continuing professional growth.
• Complies with all special education procedures from the division wide Special Education Handbook and the Virginia State Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Ability to obtain appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board
• An acceptable rating of prior teaching experience, as applicable

Preferred

• Currently possesses a Virginia Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate License within a specific endorsement area(s)
• Prior teaching experience within a public school system

Special Requirements

• Special education teachers assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training, as appropriate, annually.
• Special education teachers assigned to work with students on the Autism Spectrum should have knowledge in evidence-based practices for instructing students with autism, including Applied Behavior Analysis, alternative communication methods, modeling and structured teacher (visual scheduling/supports, physical structure and teaching components.)
• Special education teachers assigned to work with students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities should have training to include the following: tending to students’ personal hygiene, using specialized equipment, accessing augmentative communication equipment, following seizure protocol, implementing specialized feeding protocol, body positioning, tracheotomy care and suctioning.

Working With Spotsylvania County Public Schools

The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.

Employment Terms

Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (200 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually. Additional compensation awarded for credits earned toward advanced degrees.

Benefits Eligibility

Eligible

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• GRETCHEN STOTT, Assistant Principal
• WILDERNESS ELEMENTARY
• Email: [e-mail]

Other Info

Position Type: Contract

Salary: $54,902 to $104,737 Per Year

Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.

A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.