Special Educator

Job Description

Westshire Elementary School seeks a caring and knowledgeable Special Education teacher to provide specially designed instruction in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, and math, as well as instruction in social, emotional, and behavioral skills. The teacher must have experience in writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitoring student progress, and the ability to understand and follow legal regulations for the provision of Special Education.

The teacher must have a high level of patience, empathy, and positivity for working with students with any type of disability. The teacher must work collaboratively with staff, administration, and parents on behalf of students. The teacher must work effectively as a member of a team, demonstrating strong oral and written communication skills. Organizational skills are essential.

• Position Type:
  Full-time
• Salary: $48,356 to $96,228 per year
• Starting Date:
  Aug 31, 2026
• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled

Westshire Elementary School is a pre‑K‑5 public elementary school in the Rivendell District. Rivendell Interstate School District is a K‑12 interstate district serving three Vermont towns—Fairlee, West Fairlee, and Vershire—and one New Hampshire town—Orford. The District is located near Dartmouth College and Dartmouth‑Hitchcock Medical Center and includes Lake Morey, Lake Fairlee, and a 37‑mile hiking trail connecting the four towns.

Teachers can opt into either the Vermont or New Hampshire teacher retirement program.

• Possession of a Vermont Agency of Education provisional or emergency license to work as a Special Education Teacher.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Lisa Burbach, Director of Special Education
• 10 School Drive, Orford, New Hampshire 03777
• Phone: 603‑353‑2170
• Email: lburbach