Special Educator

Job Details

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Apr 24, 2026

Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026

Full‑time Special Educator for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Rachel Maher, Assistant Head of School
• 9 School Street, North Bennington, Vermont 05257
• Phone:
• Email: rmaher