Lead Special Education Teacher; Elementary

Elementary Lead Special Education Teacher

Fluvanna County Public Schools seek to hire an Elementary Lead Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year.

Please complete an online application for review and attach Virginia Teaching license information and transcripts.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Jennifer Valentine, Director, .

Division:
Fluvanna County Public Schools

Reports to:

Director of Special Education

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Salary Index:
Teacher Salary Scale

To provide direct support to instructional programs and processes related to Special Education services at the elementary level to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and governing regulations.

• Assists with the implementation of all new initiatives for Elementary programs
• Attends grade-level meetings and training as required
• Adheres to state and federal guidelines under IDEA and Section 504
• Serve as administrative designee in meetings as requested
• Attend Child Study meetings, IEP meetings, 504, and other school-based meetings as requested/needed
• Review student and teacher data
• Assist with data collection for state reporting
• Provide monthly reports as requested by the Director of Special Education
• Assist with 60‑day screenings, including private schools
• Coordinate and track all Child Study referrals and ensure compliance with mandated timelines
• Coordinate and track all initial referrals for special education to determine eligibility
• Coordinate and track all student re‑evaluation review meetings to determine eligibility and services
• Coordinate and track special education transfer students to determine eligibility
• Attend workshops and conferences (including VDOE sponsored) related to eligibility and educational disabilities
• Provide updates and supports to special education department administration and staff
• Provide in‑services, training, and professional development to staff related to eligibility for IDEA & Section 504
• Collaborate with administration and teachers to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines
• Assist with providing instructional feedback
• FAPT/CSA Case Management and CANS certification
• Case Management for Out-of-Country Placements and Individual Service Plans
• Assist with monitoring and development of IEPs for out‑of‑school placements, including private schools
• Assist the transportation department for all students receiving specialized transportation
• Provide instructional support to the Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) programs if at Central
• Other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Federal and State Special Education guidelines
• Knowledge of IEP development and the Eligibility process
• Ability to assist staff in developing legally compliant documentation for students to provide FAPE as outlined by IDEA and section 504
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and work with various teaching styles
• Ability to be independent and lead teams in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of FCPS

• Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Valid Virginia Teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education.
• Experience working with individuals with challenging behaviors.
• Experience working in alternative programs and settings.
• Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area in which assigned.
• Good health and no disqualifying physical or…