Special Education Teacher

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Any Location, VA
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

Join KEYS Academy as a Special Education Teacher, working with students who have emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. The role involves leading a structured, trauma-informed classroom, delivering meaningful instruction, and supporting students' communication skills, social development, and emotional regulation.

What You Will Do

Develop and deliver lesson plans, differentiate instruction, implement evidence-based teaching strategies, and create a safe and dignified classroom environment. You will also serve as a case manager for assigned students, develop Present Levels of Performance, and monitor student progress toward IEP goals.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is ideal for a licensed Special Education teacher who values structure, data-driven instruction, collaboration, and making a measurable impact with an at-risk population. You will have the opportunity to design and deliver individualized instruction, integrate the KEYS for a Big Life Curriculum, and support students in identifying strengths and setting goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Active Virginia teaching license in Special Education
  • Endorsement in Emotional Disabilities (ED), Special Education General Curriculum K–12, or related Special Education endorsement
  • Ability to maintain licensure and required certifications throughout employment

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Access to a Health Navigator
  • Benefits Hub and Tickets at Work employee discount programs
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