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Arbour SeniorCare

Special Education Teacher

Arbour SeniorCare, Staunton, Virginia, us, 24402

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Special Education (SPED) Teacher $5,000.00 sign‑on bonus for fully licensed Teacher; $2500 sign‑on bonus for license‑eligible!

This opportunity is full‑time and offers full benefits, generous paid time off, and competitive pay.

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking a highly‑motivated individual with strong leadership skills, impeccable communication skills, flexible work hours, strong interpersonal skills, and sharp attention to detail to fulfill the role of certified Special Education Teacher (Alternative Education) in our on‑campus school, Liberty Point Academy.

Work days are Monday thru Friday, with additional hours as needed. Salary is competitive and commensurate to education and years of experience. This is a year‑round teaching position.

Liberty Point is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley—best known for its natural beauty—in the charming city of Staunton, Virginia.

We provide trauma‑informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co‑occurring intellectual disabilities, and we specialize in working with young men diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Hold current Virginia or out‑of‑state teaching license in Special Education or General Curriculum K‑12, or hold a Special Education conditional license with plans to obtain a Special Education professional license

Must be at least 21 years of age

Preferred:

At least three years of experience in a classroom situation

Preferred:

Hold a current VA Driver's License

Job Requirements

Provide developmentally appropriate classroom instruction to assigned students according to IEP/IPP goals and objectives, student strengths and learning preferences, research‑supported methods and techniques, and Liberty Point recommended practices.

Implement the Behavioral Program at Liberty Point, assess and document students’ behavior progress (or lack of progress), and adjust behavioral strategies as needed and in consultation with the treatment team in order to maximize students’ behavioral success.

Assess students’ academic achievement continually through a variety of methods, document progress (or lack of progress), and adjust instructional planning as needed to maximize student achievement.

Maintain consistent communication with other staff at the facility, including parent(s)/guardians, and local education agencies by consulting with team members, attending meetings, keeping accurate records, completing progress reports, making phone calls, writing letters and updating IEPs/IPP’s.

Participate in professional development activities including on‑site training and relevant off‑site classes, workshops, etc.

Display a high degree of professionalism in all activities and interactions with students, staff, parents, agency personnel, community members, etc.

Special Education Teachers Should possess Knowledge of:

Subject matter to be taught (VA Standards of Learning)

Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations)

Stages of learning

Effective teaching methods

Assessment principles and types

Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles

Effective classroom management techniques

Methods for observation/data collection

Special Education Teachers Should possess Skills to:

Present effective lessons

Organize and plan instruction

Establish classroom expectations and hold students accountable for meeting them

Manage classroom behavior effectively

Maintain positive relationships with students and co‑workers

Qualifications

Lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Effectively use the full range of body motion

Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De‑escalation Crisis Intervention Training

Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques (CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)

Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives

Effectively communicate both verbally and via written documentation

Maintain confidentiality

Benefits

A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plans

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match & Discounted Stock Purchase Plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing ProgramCareer Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

Employee Assistance Program

Meals Provided while on the Job

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