Job Description
Job Description
Title: Special Education Teacher - 2025 - 2026 School Year
Location: Sterling, VA Sterling
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?
* Salary- Based on education and experience.
* Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
* 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!