Special Education Teacher

Exceptional Children (EC) Adaptive High School Teacher Weldon City Schools – Weldon High School, Halifax, North Carolina Job Details Job ID: 5730723 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026 Job Description EC Adaptive Teacher Reports to: Principal Term of Employment: 10 Months Salary: State Salary Scale Nature of Work Under general supervision of the Building Principal and Special Education Director, the licensed special education teacher provides special education services to students identified as disabled in accordance with state and federal regulations. Work involves developing and implementing the Individual Education Program in classroom settings that are compatible with the student’s age and developmental level; developing lesson plans, adapting materials and designing activities to assist EC students develop appropriate academic, behavioral, and social skills and to meet their IEP goals; responsible for monitoring student’s progress and for maintaining EC records in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Duties and Responsibilities Develops and implements an instructional plan which is compatible with the school and system-wide curricular goals and the students’ Individual Education Program. Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals. Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals. Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP. Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques. Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies. Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP. Employs a variety of teaching methods to meet student needs. Implementation of these methods may require the adaptation or development of materials. Monitors student behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches students appropriate behavioral strategies; restrains students when necessary; records and reports restrains. Assists disabled students with their personal and self-help needs, such as eating, toileting, and other essential tasks that the students are not able to perform by themselves. Communicates with parents regarding their children’s educational progress via periodic written progress reports. Acts as a case coordinator for assigned students; consults with community care‑givers, school support professionals, and parents to better understand and meet student needs. Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations. Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed. Completes all district and state reporting requirements. Physical Requirements Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children with special needs, etc. Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Due to amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Light Work. Required Education and Experience Four‑year degree from a college or university Major, or 24 semester hours, in subject area to be taught Passing score on Praxis II Test in subject area to be taught (Must have already passed Praxis II before being considered for employment in Elementary Education or Exceptional Education) Valid N.C. teaching license/certificate, or be able to obtain such Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well‑being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity. Ability to motivate students. Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment. Ability to perform general clerical duties. Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom. Ability to operate common office machines. Ability to maintain basic files and records. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. #J-18808-Ljbffr