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.
Early Childhood Special Education Interim Teacher - 26/27 SY
Spotsylvania County School District
•TBD• - Fredericksburg, Virginia This job is also posted in Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5854886
Application Deadline:
Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Jul 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
The Interim Teacher position is an innovative and exciting role for aspiring teachers to gain hands-on experience while in pursuit of their licensure. Interim Teachers fulfill all regular duties of a licensed teacher and participate in new teacher professional development activities while being supported by a seasoned SCPS mentor teacher who will encourage their growth and acclimation into the role. This role is ideal for Paraeducators who are looking to take the next step in their career, aspiring Education professionals on the path to licensure or career-switchers who are interested in learning more about the Teaching industry!
Essential Functions:
Prepares and meets students for instruction in designated times and locations.
Designs coherent instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, current instructional practices, students, the community, and curriculum goals.
Plans instruction to achieve desired objectives that reflect the Virginia Standards of Learning and division curriculum guidelines; creates instructional materials that align with state standards and meets the needs of all learners.
Creates and leverages a variety of assessment strategies and instruments to make both short-term and long-range instructional decisions to improve student learning; administers formal assessments both at the state level and the county level in accordance with established procedures;documents student learning gains using appropriate assessment instruments; tracks student learning to show gains.
Identifies and communicates specific student performance expectations; evaluates students' progress; provides students with prompt specific evaluative feedback, maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
Leverages appropriate materials, technology, and resources in a manner that promotes the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
Implements a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff; ensures the adequate and safe supervision of students and manages classroom procedures to maximize academic learning time.
Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development; maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
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Education and Experience:
Required
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university -OR- 60 course credits and currently enrolled in a teaching program
One (1) year of experience working with children, ideally within a teaching, leadership or mentorship role
Actively enrolled in the coursework required to obtain appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board
Preferred
Prior work experience within a public school system, ideally Spotsylvania County Public Schools
About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:
Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. So what sets us apart? Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member, you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our student's success. Here, YOU make a difference. The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.
To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/.
Employment Terms:
Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (200 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per 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.
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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.
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