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Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Stone-Robinson Elementary
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
WHY WORK IN OUR SCHOOLS
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
CONTACT INFORMATION
The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.
INTRODUCTION
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Stone-Robinson Elementary
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
WHY WORK IN OUR SCHOOLS
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
CONTACT INFORMATION
The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to early childhood special education. A general education degree without coursework in developmental disabilities or special needs instruction can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts showing relevant specialization before applying.
Obtain state licensure before your start date
Most states require a valid special education teaching license as a condition of employment. Delays in licensure processing can push back your H-1B start date, so begin your state credentialing application as early as possible, parallel to the petition filing.
Target school districts enrolled in E-Verify
Public school districts sponsoring H-1B visas must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm enrollment status with HR during your first interview, since districts operating under state contracts are often already compliant and experienced with the H-1B petition process.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B LCA filing history for special education roles. This surfaces districts and early intervention programs that have actively sponsored teachers, so you focus your applications where sponsorship is already established practice.
Verify prevailing wage against your offer letter
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Cross-check your offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing, since underpayment can invalidate the LCA and block your petition.
File for cap-exempt status through qualifying employers
Nonprofit early intervention agencies affiliated with universities or government entities may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're a new graduate facing the April lottery, targeting these organizations lets your petition proceed outside the annual cap entirely.
H-1B Visa Early Childhood Special Education Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies early childhood special education teaching as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in special education or a directly related field. General education degrees without coursework covering developmental disabilities or special needs may require additional documentation to satisfy the specialty occupation standard, so degree alignment matters when your employer prepares the petition.
Do public school districts sponsor H-1B visas for special education teachers?
Many do, particularly districts facing shortages in special education. Public school districts can serve as H-1B sponsors, and some qualify as cap-exempt employers if they have a formal affiliation with a nonprofit research institution or government entity. Confirm sponsorship willingness and cap-exempt status with HR early in the hiring process. Migrate Mate shows which districts have active LCA filing history for special education roles.
How does state teaching licensure interact with my H-1B petition timeline?
Your H-1B petition can be filed before your state license is fully issued, but most districts require licensure as a condition of employment before your start date. Some states issue provisional or emergency teaching licenses for sponsored candidates, which can bridge the gap. If your license is delayed, your employer may need to push your H-1B start date forward, which USCIS accommodates through an amended petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for a special education teacher on an H-1B visa?
Your employer's Labor Condition Application must certify that your wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title and work location. Prevailing wages for early childhood special education teachers vary by county and experience level. You can verify the applicable wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, and the O*NET occupation profile provides the SOC code your employer needs to complete the LCA correctly.
Can I change school districts while on an H-1B visa without losing my status?
Yes, but your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before you begin work. Under portability rules established by AC21, if your original H-1B has been approved and you've been in valid status, you can start working for the new district once the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval. Gaps between employment are not permitted, so timing the transition carefully with both HR departments is essential.