Special Education Teacher
- Location
- Fairfield, VA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 23 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Virginia teaching license
- valid driver's license
- IEP development
- ABA principles
- positive behavior support
Also useful
- IDEA compliance
- behavioral data analysis
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k match
- Tuition
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field
- Active VDOE license with endorsement in Special Education (Adapted Curriculum or General Curriculum) - or eligibility to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire
- Minimum 1 year of classroom experience supporting students with autism, EBD, or related disabilities (student teaching counts)
- Familiarity with IEP development, ABA principles, and positive behavior support strategies
- Valid Virginia driver's license
What You'll Do
- Deliver daily instruction across core academic subjects for a class of 4-8 students (ages 6-21) using individualized ABA-based lesson plans
- Develop, review, and implement IEPs in compliance with IDEA; lead or co-lead IEP meetings with families and district representatives
- Apply Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies; collect and analyze daily behavioral and academic data
- Collaborate with BCBAs, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Occupational Therapists embedded in the building
- Maintain compliance documentation and communication logs in line with state and accreditation requirements
About Rivermont Schools
At Rivermont Schools, we serve students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. Our values of compassion, collaboration, and growth guide everything we do. Join us in helping students achieve their highest potential.
At Rivermont Schools, we provide specialized education for students ages 6-21 with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our Roanoke campus serves approximately 40 students across structured ABA-based classroom environments, supported by a dedicated clinical team.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Rivermont Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at.
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