Special Education Teacher

About the Company

Rivermont Schools serves students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. Our values of compassion, collaboration, and growth guide everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning and individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs using research-based strategies and behavior analytic principles
• Collaborate with behavior specialists, therapists, and families to support academic and behavioral progress
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction to promote mastery and engagement
• Maintain accurate documentation of student data, progress, and compliance with state and school requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• Eligibility for or possession of Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) certification with endorsement in special education or adaptive curriculum
• Strong instructional, communication, and classroom management skills
• Valid Virginia driver’s license

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks
• Paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and HSA contributions at no cost