2025-2026 Special Education Teacher - Floyd Elementary

Floyd County School Board is now accepting applications for Special Education Teacher for the 2025 – 2026 school year.

Job Description:
The Special Education Teacher develops, implements, and continuously refines an instructional program tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities. This role ensures the highest quality educational experience by fostering academic success, social-emotional growth, and personal development in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications:

• Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education.

• Strong knowledge of individualized education plans (IEPs), instructional strategies, and accommodations for students with disabilities.

• Proficiency in implementing differentiated instruction and behavior management strategies.

• Commitment to professional growth, reflective teaching, and responsiveness to student needs.

• Experience with assistive technology and tools to support diverse learners.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and external service providers.

Performance Responsibilities:

A. Professional Performance

• Adhere to all school and district policies, state regulations, and ethical standards.

• Actively participate in IEP meetings, contributing expertise to develop and monitor individualized plans.

• Foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and mutual respect among staff, students, and families.

• Engage in continuous professional development related to special education laws, instructional practices, and technology.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records, including IEPs, progress reports, and communication logs.

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and professionalism.

• Participate in school-wide responsibilities and extracurricular activities as appropriate.

• Manage time effectively, balancing instruction, planning, and administrative responsibilities.

B. Instructional Performance

Interpersonal Relations:

• Establish a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom culture that celebrates student individuality and fosters mutual respect.

• Build strong relationships with students, showing empathy and dedication to their success.

• Empower students to take ownership of their learning and develop self-advocacy skills.

Subject Matter:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum and align instruction with IEP goals and state standards.

• Adapt instructional methods to address students' cognitive, emotional, and physical needs.

Planning & Materials:

• Develop and implement comprehensive IEPs with measurable goals and objectives.

• Prepare lessons and activities that engage students and meet their specific needs.

• Integrate a variety of materials, including assistive technologies and sensory tools, to support learning.

Instructional Techniques & Delivery:

• Employ evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.

• Provide accommodations and modifications to ensure access to the general education curriculum.

• Regularly assess student progress using formal and informal methods and adjust instruction accordingly.

Classroom Management:

• Create and maintain a structured, safe, and nurturing classroom environment.

• Implement positive behavior interventions and supports to address behavioral challenges.

• Use proactive strategies to promote student engagement and minimize disruptions.

Note:  This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the position. The school division administration reserves the right to modify, assign or remove duties as it deems advisable.

FLSA Status:   Exempt