EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN - TEACHER - GENERAL CURRICULUM

WEST CRAVEN MIDDLE; New Bern (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an Exceptional Children's Teacher to lead instructional environments and support the educational growth of students. This full-time role requires adherence to Board policies, leadership in the classroom, and collaboration with colleagues to enhance teaching effectiveness. Ideal candidates should have NC Teacher Licenses and a commitment to advocating for positive changes in educational practices. Competitive compensation and supportive working conditions will be provided.

Qualifications

• NC Teacher Licenses required.
• Qualify for Lateral Entry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, instruct, and organize instructional environments.
• Coordinate activities of teaching assistants.
• Follow all Board Policies and procedures.
• Advocate for positive change in education policies.

Job description

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S TEACHER - GENERAL CURRICULUM

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Exceptional Children's Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Supervises: May coordinate and direct the activities of teaching assistants

Purposes: To plan, instruct, and organize instructional environments which help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development.

NATURE OF WORK:

The Teacher is required to follow all Board Policies and procedures, and to comply with the instructions and/or directives from his/her supervisor(s). In addition, the Teacher shall perform in a manner that meets the following Standards and Elements.

TEACHERS DEMONSTRATE LEADERSHIP

Teachers lead in their classrooms

• Take responsibility for all student learning
• Communicates vision to students
• Uses data to organize, plan & set goals
• Uses a variety of assessment data throughout the year to evaluate progress
• establishes a safe and order environment

Teachers demonstrate leadership in the school

• works collaboratively with school personnel to create a professional learning community
• develops goals and strategies through the school improvement plan
• collaborates with colleagues to mentor and support teachers to improve effectiveness

Teachers lead the teaching profession

• contributes to the establishment of positive working conditions
• promotes professional growth

Teachers advocate for schools and students

• advocate for positive change in policies and practices affecting student learning
• participates in the implementation of initiatives to improve education
• upholds the Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Conduct

Teachers know the content they teach

• teachers align their instruction with the NC Course of study
• develops and applies strategies to make the curriculum rigorous and relevant
• develops literacy and math skills appropriate to specialty area
• knows subject beyond the content they teach
• directs students curiosity into an interest in learning
• promotes global awareness and its relevance
• teacher incorporates life skills, leadership, ethics, accountability, adaptability
• teacher incorporates personal productivity, personal responsibility, people skills

Teachers are knowledgeable about special education policies and procedures

• collaborates with regular education teachers
• develop and follow IEP
• maintain compliant confidential records and paperwork
• collect ongoing assessment and data on individual student goals

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• NC Teacher Licenses
• Qualify for Lateral Entry

*In compliance with Federal law, Craven County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race color, religions, national origin, age or disability.

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Job Details

Job ID: 4773119

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 02, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Lynn Meall , Principal
• WEST CRAVEN MIDDLE
• Email: [e-mail]