What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Eduction Teacher position at Vermont Achievement Center, Inc.?
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Join Our Team! Special Education Teacher Position
$500 hiring bonus upon successful completion of probationary period, with additional bonus opportunities available!
About Us:
· Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. (VAC), serving Rutland and Vermont since 1937.
· Offers innovative programs in special and early education, child care, water safety, and aqua therapy.
· Impacts over 7,000 children and families annually.
About the Role:
· Position: Special Education Teacher at Sheldon Academy
· Location: Rutland, VT 05701 (Relocation required)
· Pay: $23.25 per hour
· Hours: Work 8-hour day shifts (Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm) for a 10-month position, following the school calendar for seasonal breaks and federal holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide direct instruction, in-class support for learning and social skills, and therapeutic support.
· Assess student abilities and monitor general education and IEP goal achievement, with minimal tri-annual evaluation responsibilities.
· Implement, edit, and consult on IEP plans; share case management responsibilities and prepare IEP progress reports.
· Collaborate with general educators to prepare report cards and attend student meetings as scheduled.
· Plan and implement curriculum based on Vermont State Standards, maintain organized materials and student records, and provide consultation on therapeutic and behavior support methods.
Qualifications:
· B.S. or B.A. in Education or Special Education (Master's preferred) with Vermont Special Education Licensure K-12 or eligibility.
· 3 years of teaching experience with behaviorally/emotionally disturbed children.
· Valid Vermont driver’s license and strong communication, organizational, and basic computer skills.
· Proficient in special education law, IEPs, and assessments.
· Deep understanding of learning disabilities, emotional-behavioral issues, and skilled in relationship management, emergency response, adaptability, and team collaboration.
Benefits:
· 403(b) Retirement with employer matching
· Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
· Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and parental leave)
· Employee assistance and discount programs, including a 45% childcare discount
· Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement
· Free breakfast & lunch included daily!
· Union position
Apply Today to Make a Difference!
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The principal duties and responsibilities listed above are subject to change.
Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or any other protected classes under the law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.25 - $24.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25