Self Contained EC Teacher-Temporary

Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School seeks a Self-Contained EC Teacher to provide individualized instruction and structured learning for students with exceptional needs in Forest City, North Carolina.

Responsibilities include planning lessons aligned to IEPs, monitoring progress, using data to adjust supports, and collaborating with families and staff. Immediate start; full‑time, temporary position; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and eligibility for the North Carolina Exceptional Children teaching license.
• Experience implementing IEPs and progress monitoring.
• Ability to communicate clearly with families and staff.
• Experience supporting students with significant learning, communication, or behavioral needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with each student’s IEP, standards, and learning needs.
• Develop and monitor IEP goals; maintain records of services and progress.
• Use student data to adjust instruction and supports.
• Establish routines and use positive, individualized behavior supports.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education teachers, and school leaders.
• Lead or participate in IEP meetings and complete required documentation on time.

Skills

IEP implementation

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Behavior support

Progress monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree and NC EC teaching license

Job description

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Self Contained EC Teacher-Temporary

Rutherford County Schools Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School - Forest City, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5945428
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School is seeking a caring, skilled Self-Contained Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher. This teacher will create a safe, structured classroom where students receive individualized instruction, build independence, and develop academic, communication, social, and daily living skills. We are looking for someone who believes every child can grow and who works closely with families and school staff to make that growth possible.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), grade-level standards, and individual learning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals; maintain accurate service and progress-monitoring records.
• Use student data to adjust instruction, accommodations, and supports.
• Establish predictable routines and use positive, individualized behavior supports.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education teachers, instructional assistants, and school leaders.
• Guide instructional assistants in carrying out classroom routines and student supports.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, needs, and successes.
• Lead or participate in IEP meetings and complete required documentation on time.
• Support students’ participation in the broader school community whenever appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and eligibility for the appropriate North Carolina teaching license in Exceptional Children.
• Knowledge of individualized instruction, IEP implementation, behavior support, and progress monitoring.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Experience supporting students with significant learning, communication, or behavioral needs is preferred.

At FCDES, we believe in One Team. One Mission. Every Child. We welcome applicants who bring patience, high expectations, and a commitment to helping every student belong and succeed.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tammie Ash , Executive Director of Human Resources
• 382 West Main Street
• Forest City, North Carolina 28043
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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