Special Education Teacher - Elementary Autism Program

Soliant is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to serve in an elementary self-contained Autism classroom near Fredericksburg, VA! The selected candidate will provide specialized instruction and behavioral support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and varying levels of cognitive, communication, social-emotional, and adaptive functioning needs.

This unique position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by helping students develop academic, social, communication, and life skills within a structured and supportive learning environment.

Assignment Details:

Start Date: 26/27 NSY
Schedule: Full-time, On-Site School-Based
Setting: Elementary School, Self-Contained Autism Classroom

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
• Provide direct instruction aligned with state standards and individualized student goals.
• Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies designed for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Implement positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, school psychologists, behavior specialists, and related service providers.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
• Collect and analyze student progress data and maintain compliance documentation.
• Foster communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and independent living skills.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging classroom environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Virginia Special Education Teaching License or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs.
• Knowledge of special education compliance and documentation requirements.
• Strong classroom management and behavior support skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and families.

Preferred Experience: 

• Previous experience teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Experience in self-contained special education classrooms.
• Familiarity with ABA principles, structured teaching, visual schedules, social stories, and functional communication systems.
• Experience supporting students with significant cognitive and behavioral needs.
• Crisis prevention/de-escalation training preferred.

If you're a dedicated special education teacher looking for a rewarding school-based opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Your commitment can make all the difference.

Apply today or send your resume to [email protected] today to learn more about other special education positions available in the U.S.