Middle School Special Education: Self-Contained Teacher

Cherokee County School District; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee County School District is seeking a Middle School Special Education Self-contained Teacher at Ewing Middle School in Gaffney, SC. The role focuses on high-quality, data-driven instruction for students with disabilities in grades 6-9, with responsibilities spanning IEP implementation, collaboration with staff and families, and behavioral supports to promote academic and functional growth.

Responsibilities include direct instruction, push-in services, progress monitoring, and coordination

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
• Valid SC teaching certificate in Special Education is required.
• Highly qualified status as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Delivers push-in support in general education classrooms.
• Maintains IEP progress data and complies with IEP timelines.
• Collaborates with general education staff and families to support student outcomes.
• Implements accommodations/modifications and behavior supports as required.
• Serves as case manager for assigned students and participates in IEP meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Valid South Carolina teaching certificate in Special Education

Highly qualified status as required

Job description

Cherokee County School District is seeking a Middle School Special Education Self-contained Teacher at Ewing Middle School in Gaffney, SC. The role focuses on high-quality, data-driven instruction for students with disabilities in grades 6-9, with responsibilities spanning IEP implementation, collaboration with staff and families, and behavioral supports to promote academic and functional growth.

Responsibilities include direct instruction, push-in services, progress monitoring, and coordination