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Prince William County Public Schools

TEACHING PROFESSIONAL ON TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT (TPOTA SPED) - 195 DAY job in Woodbridge

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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

TEACHING PROFESSIONAL ON TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT
(TPOTA SPED)•195 DAY job in Woodbridge Woodbridge, Virginia•
VA Prince William County Public Schools Employer:
Prince William County Public Schools Job Ref:
Ref_183989
Country:
United States State:
Virginia•
VA City:
Woodbridge Zip Code:
20112 TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL ON TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT
(TPOTA SPED)•195 DAY
JOB STATUS
OPEN
EFFECTIVE
2026-27
POSTING NUMBER:
00060044
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT:
Kerrydale
ES LOCATION
Woodbridge,VA
POSITION TITLE
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL ON TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT
(TPOTA SPED)•195 DAY
REPORTS TO
BASIC
QUALIFICATIONS
have earned a minimum of a bachelor's degree, have at least one year of successful experience working with students, successful experience working with students with special needs, have a favorable reference and/or evaluation from a recent supervisor, and have met all the requirements to be eligible for employment in
PWCS. STATE REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS
BASIC
FUNCTION/NATURE OF WORK
This job description is a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Additionally, the scope of this job may change as necessary by the school division. This is a one (1) year position for the 2026-27 school year. The pay is $255 per day. The TPOTA will receive a 195-day contract for 7.5 hours per day. This position is exempt and ineligible for overtime according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. The position does have full benefits to include health insurance, Group Life, sick leave, personal leave, and investment in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES/ILLUSTRATIVE EX OF WORK
Implements an instructional program, which provides appropriate learning for each student by differentiating instruction Plans and delivers instruction in adherence to the Prince William County Curriculum documents regarding specific teaching assignments Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes Plans appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate principles of learning, classroom organizational structures, and kind and level of materials Manages the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school grounds and during lunch; this will not include the duty-free lunch, except in emergency situations; no student should be left alone Cooperates with and participates in the planning and the evaluation of the school program Requests the assistance of resource personnel as needed and works cooperatively to ensure an appropriate learning environment for all students Participates in the professional development program of the school and School Division Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff both school and non-school-based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities Follows the ethics of the profession Supports actively a parent/teacher or parent/student organization and promotes parent/teacher partnerships Enforces policies and regulations as established by the Prince William County School Board and staff in accordance with any program guidelines Supervises pupil activities in buildings and on grounds during and after school hours and is responsible for the conduct and safety of students in the classroom and on school grounds; no group of students should be left unattended Demonstrates prompt and accurate written communications and reports Adheres to county and school disciplinary procedures
SALARY:
$49,724
DAYS:
195 FULL
TIME/PART TIME
Full Time Area of Interest:
Education:
K-12
Job Category:
Higher-Ed/Education Position type:
Full-Time Post Date:
08/17/26