Special Education Teacher in Locust Grove, VA
Locust Grove, VA
Make a powerful impact as an Elementary Autism Special Education Teacher, supporting early learners in self-contained classrooms. If you have experience teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and are passionate about helping young learners thrive, this role offers the meaningful opportunity to shape the educational journey of children with significant cognitive and behavioral needs. Full-time, on-site position starting as soon as possible and extending through May 28, 2026.
Key Qualifications & Experience:
- Prior experience teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly in elementary or early childhood settings
- Background working in self-contained special education classrooms
- Knowledge of ABA principles, structured teaching methods, visual schedules, social stories, and functional communication systems
- Ability to support students with moderate to severe cognitive and behavioral needs
- Crisis prevention and de-escalation training is highly preferred
- Valid Special Education Certification in Virginia (Certification in early childhood required; district cannot sponsor or apply for you)
- Strong communication skills and capacity to collaborate with a wider school team
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized, evidence-based instruction to elementary-aged students diagnosed with autism in a self-contained classroom setting
- Utilize structured teaching, ABA techniques, visual supports, and social stories to support learning and social development
- Develop and adapt lesson plans to address the unique needs of each student
- Foster a supportive, positive classroom environment and implement behavioral interventions as needed
- Collaborate with families, related service providers, and school staff to develop and implement IEPs
- Maintain accurate documentation and complete district-specific credentialing processes, including background check and fingerprinting
This is a contract, full-time opportunity with 35 hours per week, serving one or more locations as assigned within the district.
If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of students with autism, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your special education career!
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