Special Education Teacher – 2025 – 2026 School Year Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire

Job Description:

Title:

Special Education Teacher – 2025 – 2026

School Year Location:

Lynchburg, VA 24501

Employment Type:

Full-Time (Monday to Friday)

Salary:

Based on education and experience Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeuticeducation for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioralchallenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, ouraccredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioralskills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for areturn to their home schools. Why Join Us?

Salary:

Based on education and experience. Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistentschool-based schedule, no nights or weekends required. Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks,holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge andreset. Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and visioninsurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, lifeinsurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA). Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with upto 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life& disability insurance. Professional Development – Advance your career with tuitionreimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, andpathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles. Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, andtherapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards,Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events. Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build lifeskills, confidence, and independence in a supportive schoolenvironment. Your Role as a Special Education Teacher Establishes instructional goals and objectives aligned withVirginia state assessments. Plans instruction and evaluations based on content knowledge,student needs, and curriculum standards. Adapts teaching strategies for diverse learners using classroomevaluations and benchmark assessments. Implements IEPs with appropriate accommodations andmodifications to meet academic and behavioral goals. Uses applied behavior analysis strategies and research-basedmethods for instruction. Assesses student mastery of content to guide instructionaldecisions and communicates progress to parents andstakeholders. Collaborates with the classroom team to develop positivebehavior support plans and conducts team meetings. Communicate with students, the team and parents to achievecommon goals.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors or Masters Degree. Certification by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE)with endorsement in either special education or adaptive curriculumor Certification in another state. Valid Virginia Drivers License Effective communication and collaboration skills with students,families, and staff. Active listening and emotional intelligence to supportstudents’ needs. Ability to foster a positive, professional school environmentwith patience and adaptability. Basic computer skills (

Microsoft Office:

Word, Excel, Outlook)for documentation and communication. Ready to Make an Impact? ApplyToday! At Rivermont Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, andcreating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidatesfrom all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape abrighter future for students with special needs!