Early Childhood Education Teacher

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher

The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher provides specialized instruction and support to preschool-aged children (ages 2-5) with disabilities to promote developmental growth and school readiness. The ECSE teacher develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborates with families and multidisciplinary teams, and provides evidence-based instruction in inclusive and specialized learning environments in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Virginia Board of Education regulations, and School Board policies.

School: Charles City Elementary School / Special Education

Reports To: Building Principal

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate instructional programs for preschool children with disabilities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that address students' educational, developmental, behavioral, communication, and social-emotional needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and collect data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state special education regulations, timelines, and documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to ensure coordinated services.
• Participate in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, manifestation determinations, transition meetings, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide specially designed instruction using evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes positive behavior and student engagement.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and positive behavior supports as appropriate.
• Coordinate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, and other service providers.
• Complete required progress reports, evaluations, Medicaid documentation (if applicable), and state reporting accurately and on time.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and instructional goals.
• Participate in Child Find activities, transition planning from Early Intervention (Part C) to preschool special education (Part B), and kindergarten transition planning as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA and IDEA.
• Participate in professional learning and maintain required licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Director of Special Education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development from birth through age five.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Virginia Special Education Regulations, and early childhood best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement IEPs.
• Knowledge of assessment procedures for young children.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of behavior management and positive behavioral interventions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to use educational technology and maintain accurate electronic records.

Qualifications:

• Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Eligible for or possession of a valid Virginia teaching license with an Endorsement in Special Education: Early Childhood (Birth-Age 5).
• Preferred: Master's degree in Early Childhood Special Education or a related field. Experience working with preschool-aged children with disabilities. Experience implementing inclusive preschool instructional models. Experience using evidence-based literacy, communication, and behavior interventions.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting instructional materials, and assisting young children.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent interaction with students requiring physical assistance and behavioral support.
• Work performed in classrooms, community-based settings, and other educational environments.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated annually by the building administrators in accordance with School Board policy and the Virginia Uniform Performance Standards for Teachers.

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Contract: 10 months / 200 Day Teacher Contract (As Approved by the School Board)

Salary: Based on the School Board-approved teacher salary scale

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination:

Charles City County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School Board is committed to maintaining an educational and work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, religion, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Virginia law. Charles City County Public Schools prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all employment practices and educational programs and activities. The School Board provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations during the application, interview, or selection process should contact the Human Resources Department.