Impactful Special Education Teacher | IEP Expert

Wake-County-Public-School-System; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks a qualified special education teacher to coordinate and implement IEP-based instruction for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes confidentiality, adherence to FERPA, collaboration with staff, and keeping families informed.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, applying evidence-based strategies, monitoring progress, and participating in IEP meetings while pursuing ongoing professional development within a supportive district.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of instructional practices and delivery related to specially designed instruction.
• Extensive knowledge of general content curriculum standards and age appropriate developmental expectations.
• Considerable knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures overseeing the services of students with disabilities.
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA.
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to monitor safety and well-being of students.
• Ability to recognize and support students with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and community.

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP; and uses diagnostic information to update IEPs as needed.
• Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools for specially designed instruction.
• Assists students in completing curriculum tasks and IEP goals.
• Employs varied teaching methods and modifications to meet student needs; adapts materials as needed.
• Monitors student behavior; maintains classroom discipline; teaches appropriate behavioral strategies.
• Evaluates student work and adjusts instruction; coordinates progress report grades and report cards.
• Attends IEP meetings as a collaborative team member.
• Stays current on trends and best practices through professional development and collaboration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Instructional practices

Curriculum standards

Policies & procedures

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Google Apps

Critical thinking

FERPA confidentiality

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Student safety monitoring

Diverse learning needs

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university

NC Professional Educator's License in Exceptional Children's

Valid NC driver's license

First Aid certification

CPR certification

CPI certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Google Apps

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks a qualified special education teacher to coordinate and implement IEP-based instruction for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes confidentiality, adherence to FERPA, collaboration with staff, and keeping families informed.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, applying evidence-based strategies, monitoring progress, and participating in IEP meetings while pursuing ongoing professional development within a supportive district.