Special Educator

Job Details Job ID: 5670184 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr24,2026 Starting Date: Jul1,2026 Job Description Full‑time Special Educator for the 2026‑2027 school year. Responsibilities Serve as the main point of contact for Special Education communication and liaison with Southwestern Vermont Supervisory Union (SVSU). Attend all Special Education planning meetings, act as parent advocate, and educate parents on special‑needs rights and terminology. Develop and maintain Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and related files in accordance with Vermont regulations. Prepare and send progress reports to parents and sending school districts. Advocate for students on transition, academic, or accommodation issues. Consult faculty, interventionists, specialists, and support staff to summarize student needs, educate teachers, clarify terminology, and mentor instructional supports. Provide direct instruction to students as specified in IEP goals. Co‑ordinate Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) and serve as SSD contact for families seeking testing accommodations. Provide case management for students on IEPs. Perform additional duties such as summer school teaching, administrative and transition meetings as necessary. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field (Master’s preferred). Valid Vermont Teaching License with a Special Education endorsement; provisional or emergency license may be considered, with preference for licensed candidates. Experience in developing and providing IEP case management. Knowledge of neurodivergent student profiles and evidence‑based practices such as Orton‑Gillingham, Wilson, and Structured Literacy. Understanding of Vermont’s Special Education laws. At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Benefits Competitive salary. Negotiable relocation cost reimbursement. Tuition remission for K‑6 children of core staff. Medical, dental (including orthodontics), and life insurance (school‑paid with optional additional coverage). 403(b) retirement savings program with employer matching. Paid time off and sick leave. Contact Information Rachel Maher, Assistant Head of School 9SchoolStreet, North Bennington, Vermont05257 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr