Special Education Teacher

Birch Agency; Kenansville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking an Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher to lead a specialized K–8 classroom in Kenansville, NC. You will work with about 7–8 students with developmental or intellectual disabilities, in a small, highly supported environment, owning instruction, classroom management, and IEP case management.

A dedicated TA will assist, and the classroom will be part of a shared suite for collaboration with another EC teacher.

Qualifications

• North Carolina Exceptional Children/Special Education licensure or eligibility.
• Adapted Curriculum licensure is not specifically required.
• Experience with developmental or intellectual disabilities is preferred.
• Experience in self-contained, specialized or adapted curriculum classrooms is preferred.
• Strong classroom management and individualized instruction skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a specialized K–8 EC classroom.
• Provide individualized and differentiated instruction based on students' developmental and educational needs.
• Support students with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Develop and implement instruction aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Manage students' IEPs and case management responsibilities.
• Conduct and participate in IEP meetings with families and school staff.
• Monitor progress and maintain documentation and progress reports.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavioral supports.
• Provide effective classroom management and a structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with the existing EC teacher and multidisciplinary team.
• Utilize TA support to promote engagement, safety, independence, and growth.
• Help reduce current caseload burden by taking ownership of an additional classroom.

Skills

Classroom management

Individualized instruction

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

NC EC/Special Education licensure

Eligibility to obtain licensure

Adapted Curriculum licensure not required

Job description

Job Title: Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher – Adapted Curriculum

Location: Kenansville, NC 28349

Schedule: Full-time, school-based

Employment Type: Contract

Grade Levels: K–8

Classroom Setting: Specialized/Self-Contained

Caseload: Approximately 7–8 students

Pay Rate: Starting at $40/hour (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher to lead a specialized K–8 classroom serving approximately 7–8 students with primarily developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who enjoys working in a small, highly supported classroom environment and wants to take ownership of instruction, classroom management, and IEP case management.

The classroom is expected to be located adjacent to or within a shared classroom suite, providing opportunities for collaboration with an existing EC teacher and team.

A Strong Support System

The new teacher will have a dedicated Teacher Assistant (TA) assigned to their classroom. The existing teacher will retain one TA, while the new teacher receives the other, providing additional classroom support throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a specialized K–8 EC classroom.
• Provide individualized and differentiated instruction based on students' developmental and educational needs.
• Support students primarily with developmental disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Develop and implement instruction aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Manage students' IEPs and case management responsibilities.
• Conduct and participate in IEP meetings with families, school staff, and related service providers.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.
• Implement appropriate accommodations, modifications, and behavioral supports.
• Provide effective classroom management and create a structured, supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the existing EC teacher and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Utilize the support of the classroom TA to promote student engagement, safety, independence, and academic growth.
• Help reduce the current caseload burden on the existing EC team by taking ownership of an additional classroom and student caseload.

Qualifications

• Appropriate North Carolina Exceptional Children/Special Education teaching licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Adapted Curriculum licensure is not specifically required.
• Candidates with General Education and/or Special Education licensure may be considered, depending on their qualifications and the needs/disabilities of the students assigned to the classroom.
• Experience working with students with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Experience in a self-contained, specialized, or adapted curriculum classroom preferred.
• Strong classroom management and individualized instruction skills.
• Ability to manage IEPs and effectively serve as a student's case manager.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and documentation skills.

Why This Opportunity?

• Starting pay of $40/hour
• Small caseload of approximately 7–8 students
• Specialized/self-contained classroom environment
• Dedicated TA support
• Opportunity to take ownership of your own classroom
• Responsibility for your students' IEPs and case management
• Collaboration with an existing EC teacher
• Classrooms expected to be adjacent/within a shared suite
• Adapted Curriculum licensure is not required specifically — appropriately licensed General Education and/or Special Education teachers may be considered based on student needs
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting students with developmental and intellectual disabilities

Why Work with Birch Agency?

Birch Agency is committed to connecting talented education professionals with meaningful opportunities while providing ongoing support throughout their assignments.

Benefits May Include

• Starting pay of $40/hour, dependent on experience
• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing recruiter support