Educator Jobs in Virginia
Educator jobs in Virginia are concentrated in the Northern Virginia suburbs, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where Fairfax County Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, and the Commonwealth's university systems are among the largest and most consistent employers. Demand is strongest for special education teachers, STEM instructors, and early childhood educators, with openings at every level from classroom aide to department head. Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and research institutions also creates steady demand for professional development and workforce educators. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 5112170
- Russell, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Department of Health
- Health and Human Services
- Restricted Full-Time
- Closing at: Sep 30 2026 - 23:55 EDT
- Virginia Department of Health
Title: Health Educator - CP034
State Role Title: Education Support Spec II
Hiring Range: $35,012 - $35,586
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: CUMB PLATEAU-RUSSELL
Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Cumberland Plateau Health District seeks to fill a Health Educator position based at the Russell County Health Department. The successful candidate will work with the Coordinator of Project Aim to implement an adult identity mentoring program designed to reduce risk behaviors among youth by providing them with the motivation to make smart choices. The health educators will provide 12 educational sessions for students at schools throughout the health district.
Provides educational services for a portion of a district in support of one or more programs. Characteristic activities: trains, educates, and provides information to the public and staff on health educational programs; prepares news releases; reviews, develops, and orders educational materials. As a direct contact to the public and clients on sensitive health issues, may respond to calls received and make appropriate referrals as needed. Provides requested information, and may serve to address emotional, technical, or social resources to callers. Works with considerable independence and demonstrates a wide array of communication and social skills in dealing with a diverse population.
This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the SRAE grant for a one-year period ending September 30th of each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of common community health problems; public/private health care practices; community organizing, survey methods and use of data and health education principles
- Skills in program planning, implementations and evaluation; community assessment and organization; writing reports and program plans; public speaking; managing group dynamics and providing consultation with other professionals and the general public
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; utilize excellent interpersonal skills; maintain good working relationships; work independently with minimal supervision; execute problem solving skills; make appropriate decisions and develop program goals and objectives; evaluate program outcomes, impacts and processes
Additional Considerations
Experience with computers and Microsoft Office software preferred
Previous experience with Public Speaking preferred
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply! Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Contact Information
Name: Karen Crutchfield - Senior HR Analyst
Phone: Not Provided
Email: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
- 5112170
- Russell, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Department of Health
- Health and Human Services
- Restricted Full-Time
- Closing at: Sep 30 2026 - 23:55 EDT
- Virginia Department of Health
Title: Health Educator - CP034
State Role Title: Education Support Spec II
Hiring Range: $35,012 - $35,586
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: CUMB PLATEAU-RUSSELL
Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Cumberland Plateau Health District seeks to fill a Health Educator position based at the Russell County Health Department. The successful candidate will work with the Coordinator of Project Aim to implement an adult identity mentoring program designed to reduce risk behaviors among youth by providing them with the motivation to make smart choices. The health educators will provide 12 educational sessions for students at schools throughout the health district.
Provides educational services for a portion of a district in support of one or more programs. Characteristic activities: trains, educates, and provides information to the public and staff on health educational programs; prepares news releases; reviews, develops, and orders educational materials. As a direct contact to the public and clients on sensitive health issues, may respond to calls received and make appropriate referrals as needed. Provides requested information, and may serve to address emotional, technical, or social resources to callers. Works with considerable independence and demonstrates a wide array of communication and social skills in dealing with a diverse population.
This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the SRAE grant for a one-year period ending September 30th of each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of common community health problems; public/private health care practices; community organizing, survey methods and use of data and health education principles
- Skills in program planning, implementations and evaluation; community assessment and organization; writing reports and program plans; public speaking; managing group dynamics and providing consultation with other professionals and the general public
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; utilize excellent interpersonal skills; maintain good working relationships; work independently with minimal supervision; execute problem solving skills; make appropriate decisions and develop program goals and objectives; evaluate program outcomes, impacts and processes
Additional Considerations
Experience with computers and Microsoft Office software preferred
Previous experience with Public Speaking preferred
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply! Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Contact Information
Name: Karen Crutchfield - Senior HR Analyst
Phone: Not Provided
Email: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in educator jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia teaching license issued by the Virginia Department of Education
- Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-area field relevant to the teaching assignment
- Demonstrated experience with Virginia Standards of Learning curriculum frameworks
- Ability to pass a Virginia criminal background check prior to employment
- Proficiency with classroom technology platforms and learning management systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for student and family engagement
Educator Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a educator in Virginia?
To become a licensed educator in Virginia, you must earn a bachelor's degree, complete an approved teacher preparation program, and obtain a Virginia teaching license through the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requires passing the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment and a content-area Praxis exam. Out-of-state licensed teachers can apply for a comparable Virginia license through the VDOE's reciprocity process without repeating exams.
Which companies hire educators in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring educators in Virginia include Inova Health System, lululemon, and Taylor Strategy Partners, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's large public school divisions, community college systems, and private K-12 networks account for the majority of consistent educator openings across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most educator jobs?
Richmond, Fairfax, and Alexandria have the most educator openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's high population density and the presence of large public school divisions like Fairfax County and Arlington County drive volume there, while Richmond and Virginia Beach are anchored by their own large city school systems, major universities, and growing charter and private school sectors.
Are there remote educator jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're less common, since most educator roles require in-person instruction and direct student interaction. About 18% of educator openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a smaller share than most office-based fields. The roles most likely to be fully remote are online curriculum developers, instructional designers, and corporate or workforce training positions.
How can I get hired as a educator in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is pursuing a provisional Virginia teaching license, which allows candidates with a completed bachelor's degree to begin working while finishing licensure requirements. Large Virginia school divisions such as Fairfax County Public Schools and Richmond City Public Schools run grow-your-own and paraprofessional-to-teacher pipeline programs. Starting as an instructional aide, tutoring coordinator, or substitute teacher builds classroom experience and gives you a direct connection to hiring principals before a full teaching position opens.
Where can I find and apply to educator jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to educator jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across school divisions, universities, and private education organizations. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials below and apply directly.
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