Special Education Behavior Support Specialist

Wake County Public School System; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks a Special Education Teacher to coordinate and provide direct instructional programs for students with IEPs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and collaboration with district staff to support diverse learners.

The position requires NC licensure in Exceptional Children, a bachelor’s degree, and IEP experience, with First Aid/CPR and CPI certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in an Exceptional Children’s teaching area (not including licenses in Academically or Intellectually Gifted).
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.
• First Aid and CPR certifications;
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP; and uses diagnostic information obtained from tests and other assessment procedures to update IEPs, as needed.
• Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools to provide specially designed instruction.
• Assists students in completing the curriculum tasks and to complete IEP goals.
• Employs a variety of teaching methods, strategies, accommodations and modifications to meet student needs; implements these methods and adapts and/or develops materials.
• Monitors student behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches students appropriate behavioral strategies.
• Evaluates student’s work and progress of assignments, address or adjust instruction to address any concerns or educational needs of the student and coordinate progress report grades and report card grades.
• Attends student’s IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member.
• Stays abreast of trends, research, and best practices for instruction by attending professional development events, utilizing social media, and communicating with other professionals within and outside the district.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Skills

Instructional practices

Curriculum standards

FERPA compliance

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Behavior management

Communication

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

NC Professional Educator License (Exceptional Children)

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks a Special Education Teacher to coordinate and provide direct instructional programs for students with IEPs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and collaboration with district staff to support diverse learners.

The position requires NC licensure in Exceptional Children, a bachelor’s degree, and IEP experience, with First Aid/CPR and CPI certifications preferred.