Position Title: Special Education Teacher – Cross-Categorical (SPED Cross Cat)
Location: South Riding, VA (20164)
Job Type: Contract (Local or Travel)
Shift: Day Shift | 8:50 AM – 3:40 PM
Assignment Length: 31 Weeks
Weekly Hours: 35 Hours
Pay Rate: $40–$45 per hour
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Special Education Teacher – Cross-Categorical (SPED Cross Cat) for an exciting job in South Riding, VA.
Provide direct special education instruction to students across multiple disability categories
Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA and state regulations
Adapt curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessments to meet individual learning needs
Deliver instruction in individual, small-group, and inclusive classroom settings
Collect, analyze, and document data to monitor progress toward IEP goals
Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and differentiated instruction
Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and parent conferences
Implement behavior intervention plans and provide classroom behavior support as needed
Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance records
Support students’ academic, social, behavioral, and functional skill development
Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
Education & Licensure
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education
Active or eligible Virginia Special Education teaching license (Cross-Categorical or equivalent endorsement)
Skills & Experience
Experience working with students with disabilities in a school-based setting
Strong knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and IEP processes
Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs
Strong classroom management and behavior support skills
Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management abilities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary educational team
Professionalism, flexibility, and commitment to student-centered instruction
Prior experience as a Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Experience supporting students with autism, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, or intellectual disabilities
Familiarity with inclusive practices and co-teaching models
Experience implementing behavior intervention plans and data-driven instruction