Special Education Teacher - Emotional Disabilities (Elementary)

Special Education Teacher - Emotional Disabilities (Elementary) Alexandria City Pub Sch Dist Douglas MacArthur Elementary School - Alexandria, Virginia Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5962235 Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Description: The Special Education Teacher of students with Emotional Disabilities (ED), develops students within special education successes, in academics, interpersonal skills and emotion regulation by implementing evidence-based interventions, district approved curriculum; documenting student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. The ED Program Classroom Teacher effectively supports the education of students who exhibit behavioral disorders and/or are identified with an emotional disability. This is a 10 month, 195-day Licensed position, that reports to the School Principal at Douglas McArthur Elementary School Qualifications: Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master's Degree Preferred. Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in Special Education K-12 (General Curriculum, Adaptive Curriculum) required, or eligibility to obtain the Teaching License with the appropriate Special Education endorsement upon hiring. Essential Functions: Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans. Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or develop individual learning plans. Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student achievements; develops methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan. Counsels students to improve performance, health status, problem-solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues. Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements. Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students. Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study. Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment. Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the Education Code and school policies. Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Compensation: Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale This position qualifies for an additional +1 step placement on the Licensed Salary Scale under the umbrella of Specialized Instruction. FLSA Status: Exempt position - This position is classified as exempt, meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance. Tuberculosis Skin Test. Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols. WP Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Special Education > Emotionally Disabled Job Requirements Master degree preferred. Contact Information Penny Hairston , Principal Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Douglas MacArthur Elementary School