Teacher - Special Education - General Curriculum

Chesterfield County Public Schools•West Ridge, IL

About The Position

Provides specialized academic instruction to students with learning and other disabilities to optimize their learning in the school environment. Plans, delivers, and evaluates instruction based on standards and objectives established by Chesterfield County Public Schools and the requirements in each student's Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). Performs in compliance with instructional program guidelines and the legal requirements of IDEA and federal regulations. The role involves contacts within and outside the school system and may require handling sensitive information or dealing tactfully with others. This position is for the 2027–28 school year. The schedule is 8 hours per day for 200 days per year. Compensation is $57,226.69–$87,774.05. Applicants who are not current CCPS employees must submit undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable), two references, and a copy of their teaching license. Reference requirements vary according to applicants' teaching experience. Candidates considered for employment must successfully complete FBI and state police criminal history investigations, a Child Protective Services investigation, and tuberculosis screening/testing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. The job description may be modified, and additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accepted institution.
Hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in the applicable exceptional education area.
Knowledge of instructional concepts, principles, and methodologies, and general knowledge of the academic curriculum for assigned classes.
Ability to develop instructional goals, design and deliver instruction, and assess student learning.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing.
Ability in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning.
Applicants who are not current CCPS employees must submit undergraduate and graduate transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Applicants must submit two references. Applicants with no teaching experience should provide references from their cooperating teacher and university supervisor. Applicants with recent teaching experience must provide references from principals and/or superintendents for all contracted teaching experiences within the past three years. If teaching experience is older, references from the last contracted work experience should be provided. Applicants without direct classroom teaching experience should provide two references from their current employer, including one supervisory reference.
Applicants who are not current CCPS employees must submit a copy of their teaching license.
Successful completion of FBI and state police criminal history investigations, a Child Protective Services investigation, and tuberculosis screening/testing.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver appropriate curriculum content to students.
Plan, teach, and assess writing.
Assess student learning on an ongoing basis and adjust instruction to meet group and individual needs.
Use the district curriculum to plan daily instructional activities.
Maintain classroom order in accordance with division guidelines for student behavior management.
Supervise students during non-classroom time, including before and after school, student activities, and fire drills.
Collaborate with other faculty to plan and deliver instruction.
Communicate regularly with parents.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state statutes and local policies, regulations, and guidelines related to public schools.
Demonstrate commitment to improving professional competence.
Perform other duties established by School Board policy or as needed.