High School Special Education Teacher (2026/2027) #ESC4945

• Help transform lives through trauma-informed, student-centered care!


• Join a purpose-driven team with deep roots in the community!


• Collaborate across schools and programs that meet diverse student needs!


• Thrive in a creative, inclusive, and therapeutic learning environment!


• Support whole-child development through hands-on, specialized services!

Summary

Join a collaborative therapeutic school where small class sizes, dedicated classroom support, and on-site clinical specialists empower you to focus on what matters most—helping students with emotional, behavioral, and learning needs achieve meaningful academic and personal success. Teach high school students in a highly supportive, relationship-driven environment while working alongside BCBAs, counselors, therapists, and special education professionals.
 

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and manage IEPs aligned with student goals.


• Deliver individualized instruction in high school core academic subjects.


• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning and behavioral needs.


• Implement behavior intervention strategies alongside BCBAs and behavior staff.


• Monitor student progress using academic and behavioral data.


• Support transition planning, vocational readiness, and independent living skills.


• Partner with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.


• Maintain required documentation and ensure special education compliance.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (Master's preferred).


• Virginia Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure.


• Experience supporting students with emotional, behavioral, or learning disabilities.


• Knowledge of IEP development, IDEA, and evidence-based instructional practices.


• Strong classroom management and behavioral support skills.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

What Would Be a Plus

• Experience teaching high school special education.


• Experience with transition planning or vocational education.


• Experience working in therapeutic, behavioral, or alternative school settings.


• Familiarity with ABA principles or collaborating with BCBAs.


• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.