Special Education Teacher

Rivermont Schools • Chase City, VA

8d • $45,000 - $71,000

About The Position

At Rivermont Schools, Special Education Teachers serve students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. The role involves creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where students with diverse learning needs can achieve academic and personal success. Teachers design lessons that integrate evidence-based instruction and behavioral supports to help each student reach their goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Eligibility for or possession of Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) certification with endorsement in special education or adaptive curriculum.
• Strong instructional, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning and individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs using research-based strategies and behavior analytic principles.
• Collaborate with behavior specialists, therapists, and families to support academic and behavioral progress.
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction to promote mastery and engagement.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student data, progress, and compliance with state and school requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles.
• Paid holidays.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time