Part-Time Special Education Art Teacher - 26/27 SY

Part-Time Special Education Art Teacher - 26/27 SY Spotsylvania County School District

COURTHOUSE ACADEMY

- Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia This job is also posted in Spotsylvania County Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5765786

Application Deadline:

Jun 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 29, 2026 Job Description Our Teachers develop and implement instructional programs that effectively provide the best possible education for each and every student. This role provides teaching and/or training services in self-contained classrooms to students participating in special needs public programs (Courthouse Academy) whose educational needs are not met by a general education environment. Additionally, this role will leverage strong communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and stakeholders to support student success.

Essential Job Functions:

Provides specialized instruction, with specific educational planning, for those students whose needs cannot be met within the general classroom. Works cooperatively with general and special area classroom teachers by interpreting the abilities and disabilities of their students, and assists students with achievement of the curriculum. Assists in the development, implementation, and annual review of student Individualized Education Programs (IEP) according to federal, state and local procedures. Maintains ongoing records of student performance and IEP implementation in order to evaluate progress including report cards and IEP progress reports. Assists in screening, evaluating and recommending placements of students for the division's special education program. Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team whose purpose is to provide appropriate educational programs for students with disabilities. Holds periodic parent conferences and/or home visits. Keeps abreast of recent developments in education for special needs students and shows evidence of continuing professional growth. Complies with all special education procedures from the division wide Special Education Handbook and the Virginia State Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities. Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee. Click here to read the full job description for this role.

Education and Experience:

Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Ability to obtain appropriate license (s) and/or endorsement(s) as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board An acceptable rating of prior teaching experience, as applicable Preferred Currently possesses a Virginia Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate Licenses within a specific endorsement area(s) Prior teaching experience within a public school system

Special Requirements:

Special education teachers assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training, as appropriate, annually. Special education teachers assigned to work with students on the Autism Spectrum should have knowledge in evidence-based practices for instructing students with autism, including, but not limited to, Applied Behavior Analysis, alternative communication methods, modeling and structured teacher (visual scheduling/supports, physical structure and teaching components.) Special education teachers assigned to work with students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities should have training to include the following: tending to students' personal hygiene, using specialized equipment, accessing augmentative communication equipment, following seizure protocol, implementing specialized feeding protocol, body positioning, tracheotomy care and suctioning.

Employment Terms:

The schedule for this position will be considered part-time and structured at a minimum of 3.75 hours worked per instructional working day. This position is evaluated annually.

Benefits Eligibility:

Eligible Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made. A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Position Type:

Hourly

Salary:

$27,451 to $52,368 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required