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Washington County School District

Special Education Teacher (Glade Middle and Patrick Henry High)

Pay: $52,448–$76,047/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Abingdon, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$69,458 / year median in Virginia

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Special Education Teacher (Glade Middle and Patrick Henry High) Washington County School District Multiple Locations - Abingdon, Virginia This job is also posted in Washington County School District Job Details

Job ID:

5855769

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

Performs complex professional work, providing teaching and/or training services to students in general instruction or in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects; collects alternate assessment evidence; motivates students to develop skills in assigned subject matters; performs related work as required; works with general supervision. Limited supervision may be exercised over assigned paraprofessionals. Preference given to certification in areas of inclusion for all core subjects. This position will be split between Glade Spring Middle School and Patrick Henry High School.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Effective Date:

2026-2027 School Year

Salary:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits:

VRS pension and life insurance, medical/dental insurance, sick days and personal days

DEADLINE

Until Filled

APPLY:

Application may be completed on-line at: wcs.k12.va.us Employment Job Application Manager Click Apply Please complete the certified application to apply for this position. The Washington County School Board reserves the right to consider those who respond and any other potential candidates and any position(s) or transfer(s) that may result from filling this position.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of the Washington County School Board to provide equal opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, creed, age, national origin, ancestry or sex. This policy is applicable to all phases of employment to include hiring, upgrading, transfer and treatment of the employees of the School Board.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$52,448 to $76,047 Per Year