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Special Educator K-6
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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.
$79,174 / year median in Vermont
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Special Educator K-6
Mill River Unified Union School District
Clarendon Elementary School - North Clarendon, Vermont Job Details
Job ID:
5920661
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
MILL RIVER UNIFIED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION TITLE:
Special Educator, 1.0 FTE
LOCATION:
Clarendon Elem. School (this location is subject to change based on student needs)
START DATE
Immediately
SUPERVISED BY
Director of Student Services and Building Principal
BASIC FUNCTION
To provide high-quality specialized instruction and case management services to eligible students
WORKS WITH
Students, Parents, Teachers, Support Staff, Administration, and Community Partners
COMPENSATION RANGE
Annual salary is based on the candidate's initial salary schedule placement, determined by the
Superintendent of Schools in accordance with the 2024-2027 Master Agreement for Teachers. The salary
range for the 2026-2027 school year is from $48,082 - $89,758.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Licensure in the State of Vermont as a Special Educator spanning grades K-6 or higher, or a letter of eligibility for such.
2. Ability to provide high-quality specialized instruction and responsive, thorough case management services to eligible students.
3. Ability to work effectively with special education teams with multiple stakeholders.
4. Ability to work collaboratively with others in order to meet a wide variety of student needs.
5. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills.
6. Must be able to pass all background and fingerprint requirements required by state law.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide high-quality specialized instruction to eligible students across all educational and functional areas of performance.
2. Provide responsive and thorough case management services including communication and collaboration with a variety of stakeholders.
3. Maintain special education paperwork compliance as mandated by the State of Vermont Special Education Regulations and MRUUSD expectations.
4. Develop and implement IEP's to meet the diverse needs of students.
5. Participate in ongoing professional development as required by the MRUUSD and State of Vermont licensure rules.
6. Administer a variety of curriculum-based and standardized assessments and participate in the completion of the Evaluation Plan and Report process.
7. Participate in a variety of special education meetings on behalf of students.
8. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Administration.
Position Type:
Full-time
Benefits
- Professional Development