Special Education Teacher - Morganton, North Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Empower young learners and make a difference in a supportive educational environment as a Special Education Teacher working with elementary and middle school students. Located near Morganton, NC, this contract position offers the opportunity to work in close-knit classrooms with robust support staff, ensuring every child receives individualized attention and care.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid credentials or licensure in Special Education (or eligibility to obtain)
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, especially in a classroom setting
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with paraprofessionals and related service providers
• Comfort with providing toileting assistance; experience is a plus
• Familiarity with safety protocols, especially in relation to medical and behavioral needs
• Adaptability and a commitment to inclusive education

Role Responsibilities:

Elementary Classroom:

• Teach and manage a classroom of 6 students with mild behavioral needs
• Provide toileting assistance as needed; no feeding required
• Benefit from support provided by a Teaching Assistant and a Behavior Technician
• Create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) to foster academic and personal growth

Middle School Classroom:

• Lead instruction for 11 students, with varying needs
• Assist students requiring toileting support; one student is G-tube fed (feeding tube experience helpful but not required)
• Work alongside a team that includes a fellow teacher, three full-time Teaching Assistants, and a dedicated 1:1 aide
• Ensure the well-being, safety, and engagement of all students

This position offers the chance to build meaningful relationships in small group settings, join a collaborative team, and contribute to a nurturing and resource-rich classroom community. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to inspire, we encourage you to apply and make a positive impact on students' lives.

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