A Special Education Teacher provides tailored instruction to elementary students with moderate to severe disabilities, developing and modifying curricula to meet individual learning needs. They collaborate with parents, staff, and ARD Committees to create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and manage classroom behavior to foster a conducive learning environment. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, a valid special education teaching certificate, and involves working closely with aides and regular teachers to support student growth.
Are you a skilled and dedicated Special Education Teacher seeking an exciting career opportunity? Birch Agency is hiring passionate professionals like you to make a positive impact on the lives of students . We are currently looking to fill a role for a Special Education Teacher Self Contained Moderate to Severe in Winchester, VA for the 2025/2026 school year. The caseload is 6 to 8 students in elementary If interested please see details below and lets connect!.
Role :
Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.
Job Details :
Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Virginia teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
Effective communication skills
Experience:
One year student teaching
Benefits :
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vacation
Vision
Weekly Pay
Compensation is based on experience .
If interested or need any additional Information please contact me .
Daniel Mercado
Dmercado@birchagency.com
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Physical Setting:
School
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Special Education Certification for VA (Required)
Work Location: In person
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