Special Education Teacher
24 days ago
Durham
Job DescriptionTitle: Special Education Teacher Location: Chase City, VA 23924 Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday) Salary: Based on education and experience Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeutic education for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioral challenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, our accredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioral skills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for a return to their home schools. At the heart of our work are our core values - integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support - which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day. Why Join Us? • Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required., • Sign-on Bonus- $5,000, • Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset., • Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)., • Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance., • Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles., • Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events., • Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.Your Role as a Special Education Teacher, • Establishes instructional goals and objectives aligned with Virginia state assessments., • Plans instruction and evaluations based on content knowledge, student needs, and curriculum standards., • Adapts teaching strategies for diverse learners using classroom evaluations and benchmark assessments., • Implements IEPs with appropriate accommodations and modifications to meet academic and behavioral goals., • Uses applied behavior analysis strategies and research-based methods for instruction., • Assesses student mastery of content to guide instructional decisions and communicates progress to parents and stakeholders., • Collaborates with the classroom team to develop positive behavior support plans and conducts team meetings., • Communicate with students, the team and parents to achieve common goals.Required Qualifications:, • Bachelors or Masters Degree., • Certification by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) with endorsement in either special education or adaptive curriculum or Certification in another state., • Valid Virginia Drivers License, • Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and staff., • Active listening and emotional intelligence to support students' needs., • Ability to foster a positive, professional school environment with patience and adaptability., • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and communication.Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today! At Rivermont Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!