Certified Exceptional Children Teacher
5d ago
Free account needed to apply or save. It takes a minute, and we'll bring you right back to this job.
Skills
About the role
Certified Exceptional Children Teacher
Overview
Responsibilities
This role requires a collaborative educator who can effectively partner with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and school leadership to ensure students receive high-quality special education services aligned with North Carolina standards and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Essential Responsibilities
- Develop and implement standards-based instruction aligned with student IEP goals.
- Design and deliver differentiated lessons that address a variety of learning styles and abilities.
- Monitor student progress, collect data, and maintain accurate special education documentation.
- Create, review, and implement IEPs in compliance with federal, state, and district regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including school psychologists, counselors, speech-language pathologists, and administrators.
- Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and support plans.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student growth and independence.
- Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress and educational needs.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school improvement initiatives.
- Utilize technology and evidence-based instructional practices to enhance student learning.
The successful candidate will:
- Believe that every student can learn and grow.
- Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience.
- Build positive relationships with students and families.
- Be committed to equity, inclusion, and student-centered decision-making.
- Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven educational environment.
Work Conditions:
Duties are primarily performed within a school setting. Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, walking, and lifting. The role often requires getting up and down from the floor or low seating, assisting students with mobility, and occasionally running or moving quickly to ensure student safety. Additional physical tasks may include helping students with transfers, positioning, toileting, or use of adaptive equipment, as well as supporting students during physical activities or transitions between classrooms. Some assignments are subject to strict deadlines, especially when adapting and delivering programs to meet the needs of diverse student groups. The position involves regular interaction with students and parents who may be experiencing heightened emotional states. Employees are expected to use de-escalation techniques, maintain a calm and supportive demeanor, and implement behavior intervention strategies as needed to ensure a safe and positive environment. Students may exhibit behavioral challenges, including verbal outbursts or physical behaviors such as hitting, kicking, biting, eloping, or throwing objects. Employees must be prepared to respond appropriately to these situations, following established safety protocols and behavior management plans. Employees may be required to provide both emergency and non-emergency health-related services to students, including basic first aid, assisting with prescribed medical procedures, or responding to health emergencies according to school protocols.
Qualifications
Required
- Valid North Carolina Exceptional Children Teaching License.
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Exceptional Children, or a related field.
- Knowledge of IDEA, special education compliance requirements, and IEP development.
- Strong classroom management and behavior support skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities.
Preferred
- Experience serving students with emotional, behavioral, learning, or developmental disabilities.
- Experience in alternative education, therapeutic, or behavior-focused educational settings.
- Training in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), trauma-informed practices, or specialized classroom management programs.
- Master's degree in Special Education or related field.
Compensation
$40 per hour | Monday–Friday | Daytime schedule
EEO Statement
Unlimited Instruction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Options
Software Powered by ICIMS
www.icims.com