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Critical Shortage Reimbursement

Are you a dedicated educator with a passion for teaching in high-need areas? Stafford Schools is excited to offer a Critical Shortage Reimbursement opportunity to support professionals filling essential roles in our schools.

2024-2025 Critical Shortage Teaching Endorsement Areas in Virginia

  • Special Education PreK-12

  • Elementary Education PK-6

  • Middle Education Grades 6-8

  • Career and Technical Education

  • Science (Secondary)

  • Mathematics Grades 6-12 (including Algebra I)

  • English (Secondary)

  • History and Social Science (Secondary)

  • Foreign Language PreK-12

  • School Counselor PreK-12

Reimbursements:

  • Up to 500 Miles ($0.67 per mile).  This will be calculated by the address on your application to your workplace. 

  • Up to 2 nights in a local Stafford County hotel.  Room expenses only. 

  • Max of 2 travel days ($44.25 per day) and one full day ($59) per diem.  This will be calculated at Stafford rates. 

Requirements for reimbursement:

  • Critical Shortage new hire.  

  • Receipts for Stafford County hotel.

  • To have already relocated to the area and have signed a contract. 

Financial Information: 

  • Reimbursement will occur after July 1, 2024 in our new 2024-2025 Fiscal year and only after relocation.  

  • If using these funds to relocate, these items are taxable and will be entered into your W2.

  • These items will be reimbursed by check.