Special Education Teacher - 24/25 School Year

Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a mission-driven organization?  Do you want to join a fast-growing company with excellent benefits, such as competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and so much more?

Rivermont Schools is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher for the upcoming '24-'25 school year, who will be responsible for the instruction and educational needs of youth placed within the program.  The teacher will assist students with experiencing success in the classroom while adapting content material for various levels of students.  The Teacher uses a variety of teaching methods and creates a flexible instructional program to facilitate the learning process. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team to develop/design and implement appropriate services. 
• Provide appropriate guidance, leadership, and direction within the classroom. 
• May teach multiple subject areas.
• Maintain student confidentiality per agency policy. FERPA/HIPAA privacy rule regulations, and student/counselor confidentiality. 

BENEFITS

Eligible Full-time Rivermont Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with 100% vested company contribution
• Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items

Located throughout Virginia, Rivermont schools provide a therapeutic educational program for students ages 2-22 in early education through post-graduate studies with special needs, including those associated with autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, and have difficulty learning in a traditional school setting. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school districts and community partners to empower children in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives. Rivermont Schools is part of the New Story network of schools, clinics, and services.

New Story (the parent company) is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about Rivermont Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website http://www.rivermontschools.com/

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Education

• Bachelors or better in Education or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Teacher - Spec. Ed.
• PA Teacher License

Skills

• Classroom Management
• Crisis Intervention
• Lesson Plan Development
• Student Information System

Behaviors

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization