EC Self-Contained Teacher

Burke County Schools; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke County Schools - W.A. Young Elementary School in Morganton, NC is seeking an EC Self-Contained Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. You will provide special education services, develop and implement IEPs, and adapt lessons to meet individual student needs.

The role requires NC certification in special education and a track record of creating effective instructional plans, monitoring progress, and collaborating with families and school professionals to support student growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in special education with certification in at least one disability area.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements IEPs and instructional plans for students with disabilities.
• Provides direct special education instruction and uses varied teaching methods.
• Maintains student records and reports progress to parents and school staff.
• Acts as case coordinator with families and other professionals to meet student needs.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal education regulations.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Special Education Certification

Job description

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EC Self-Contained Teacher

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This job is also posted in Burke County Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5966513

Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 19, 2026

Job Description

EC Self-Contained Teacher (2026-2027)

Under general supervision, provides special education services to students identified as disabled by 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. The EC teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans, adapting materials, and designing activities to assist EC students to develop appropriate academic, behavioral, and social skills and meet their IEP goals. The teacher is responsible for monitoring students' progress and for maintaining EC records in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Reports to the principal.

Develops and implements an instructional plan which is compatible with the school and system-wide curricular goals and the student's Individual Education Program.

Is responsible for the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students with disabilities; implements the IEP, and uses diagnostic information obtained from tests and other assessment procedures to update IEPs as needed.

Provides direct special education instruction to identified students.

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 restraints.

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 caregivers, school support professionals, and parents to better understand and meet student needs.

Maintains student records following North Carolina’s Procedures Governing Programs and Services for Children with Disabilities, and complies with state and federal education statutes.

Treats all students fairly and equitably, and interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, and community.

Follows a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth.

Performs other related work as required.

Degree in special education, and certification in at least one area of disability as a teacher by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $4,800 Per Month

Job Categories:

• Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Street , Principal
• W.A. Young Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]