Licensed Special Education Teacher | K-12 General Curriculum or K-12 Cross-Categorical

Monarch; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 41,184 - 50,336; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Support for personal growth

Job summary

A care-focused organization in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Academic Teacher for their Crisis Services. This role involves delivering individualized education to students while addressing their emotional and behavioral needs. Candidates must hold a valid licensure in Special Education and possess experience with children dealing with mental health or substance use challenges. The position requires excellent documentation skills and collaboration in developing IEP plans. Join a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference in lives across the community.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12).
• 1 year of experience working with children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder.
• North Carolina teaching license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver academic instruction aligned with state standards.
• Support social-emotional and behavioral needs of students.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of IEP development

Behavioral strategies

Trauma-informed education

Education

Bachelors in Education

Job description

# **Make a Difference in Someone’s Life!**At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.# **You Belong at Monarch**You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.# **Job Highlights:**# Starting Pay: $45,760/yr# # **Minimum Requirements:*** Valid teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12)* 1 year of experience working with children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder## **Other Preferred Qualifications*** North Carolina teaching license (Out-of-state teaching license - *must be in process of attaining North Carolina teaching license*)* Knowledge related to IEP development and special education compliance, behavioral strategies and trauma-informed education* Knowledge of curriculum and/or program development and evaluation# **This Opportunity:**The primary responsibilities of the Academic Teacher, Crisis Services is to provide consistent, individualized education that ensures students continue making academic progress while also supporting their emotional, behavioral and therapeutic needs.# **What You'll Do:*** Deliver academic instruction aligned with state standards and/or students’ IEPs/504 plans* Support social-emotional and behavioral needs of students served* Complete documentation timely and accurately* Develop and implement IEP plans as needed utilizing testing and assessment data* Maintain student records in alignment with regulatory procedures* Assist with reintegration into home schools* Maintain training as required and requested* Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor* Driving and travel may be required## # **Education We're Looking For:**Bachelors: Education (Required)# **Certifications We're Looking For:**Valid North Carolina teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12) - North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, Valid teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12) - North Carolina Department of Public Instruction# **Experience We're Looking For:**Experience working with children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | 1 year | Required# **Schedule:**Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; \*\*Anticipated Start Date: 6/1/2026\*\*# **Target Weekly Hours:**40# **Monarch is an Equal Opportunity Employer**Monarch offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch is an and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.Monarch does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch job search or selection process, should contact [e-mail] or call [phone].This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch.Since 1958, Monarch has been about helping others and improving lives. Our caring, supportive team of professionals provides services that help people thrive. If you’re looking for a career with purpose, we have a place for you at Monarch.We see the possibilities that exist for people living with mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries and we help others see them as well.At Monarch, you’ll see the impact of your work every day when a man with a disability achieves his dream of finding a job, when a woman struggling with addiction walks into treatment for the first time or when a child facing a mental health crisis finds comfort and support. You can make a difference. Join us today!Monarch is nationally accredited by The Joint Commission and committed to providing the highest quality health care for the people we support. To learn more about our services and the many ways we provide support, please call [phone] or visit .