Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities Special Education (SPED) Teacher $5,000.00 sign‑on bonus for fully licensed Teacher; $2,500 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. Liberty Point is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley – a region best known for its natural beauty – in the charming city of Staunton, Virginia. We provide trauma‑informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males who are experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co‑occurring intellectual disabilities. We also specialize in working with young men who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. We are a 42‑bed facility with a program that prepares these young men for return to a home, a less restrictive environment, or to independent living. Our primary focus is on encouraging constructive change and personal growth, learning positive ways to get appropriate attention, improving behavior choices, developing a sense of responsibility for actions, learning problem‑solving skills, and developing thinking patterns that support positive relationships. This is a challenging population, therefore we strive to create a safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the clinical professions. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Liberty Point is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a team‑based environment of care which includes clinical staff, case management, nurses, doctors, educators, leadership, and direct care personnel who routinely meet to exchange ideas, updates, strategies, and concerns. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At Liberty Point, you have a voice. Work days are Monday thru Friday, additional hours as needed. Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and years of experience. This is a year‑round teaching position. Candidate Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Education Hold a 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 fulfill the requirements 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 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. Knowledge and Skills 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 Program Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Other Information Liberty Point is a drug‑free and alcohol‑free workplace. A pre‑hire drug screen, pre‑hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees. Liberty Point Academy is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education as a private residential school for students with disabilities and is specifically licensed to serve disability categories of Intellectual Disability, Autism, Emotional Disability, Hearing Impairment, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment and Visual Impairment. Liberty Point Academy is fully accredited by VAISEF and the student teaching requirement can be fulfilled at Liberty Point. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. 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