Special Education Teacher

Quest Academy Charter School; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Academy Charter School in North Raleigh, NC is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Teacher for K-8 who will provide individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities under IEPs. You will develop differentiated strategies, monitor progress with data, and engage families to foster student success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with general education teachers in an inclusive setting, ongoing IEP development, and a positive classroom environment that supports growth in

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Special Education/Exceptional Children license.
• Demonstrates passion for teaching students with disabilities.
• Believes in high expectations and individualized support for every student.
• Patient, compassionate, organized and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities per IEPs.
• Develop and implement differentiated instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and student success.
• Develop, monitor, and update IEP goals and documentation.
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding progress and needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings with families and related-service providers.
• Provide accommodations and modifications per IEPs.
• Create a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Advocate for students in academic, social, behavioral, and independent-living skills.

Skills

IEP goals

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Data collection

Education

NC Special Education/EC license

Job description

Special Education Teacher — Exceptional Children (EC)

Quest Academy Charter School | North Raleigh, NC

Position: Full-Time Special Education Teacher

Grade Levels: K-8

Start Date: Open

Quest Academy Charter School, a small and supportive charter school in North Raleigh, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our school community.

We are looking for an educator who believes every student can learn and who is committed to providing individualized instruction, meaningful support, and a positive school experience for students with exceptional needs.

At Quest Academy, you won’t get lost in a large school system. Our smaller school environment allows teachers to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues and to truly know the children they serve.

What You’ll Do

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Develop and implement effective, differentiated instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and student success.
• Develop, monitor, and update IEP goals and documentation.
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with families and related-service providers.
• Provide accommodations and modifications as outlined in students’ IEPs.
• Create a positive, structured, and encouraging classroom environment.
• Advocate for students and help them develop academic, social, behavioral, and independent-living skills.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Holds or is eligible for a North Carolina Special Education/Exceptional Children teaching license.
• Has a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.
• Believes in high expectations and individualized support for every student.
• Is patient, compassionate, organized, and flexible.
• Works well as part of a collaborative team.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.Is comfortable working in a small-school environment where teachers work closely together.
• Is committed to building positive relationships and helping students recognize their strengths and abilities.

New graduates, graduating students,and experienced EC teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Quest Academy?

At Quest Academy, we believe that school size matters. Our small-school environment provides an opportunity for teachers to know their students personally, collaborate closely with colleagues, and make a visible difference every day.

• Strong student-teacher relationships
• Individualized instruction
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Family involvement
• A positive and supportive school culture
• High expectations for every student

If you are an enthusiastic Special Education teacher looking for a school where your work is seen, valued, and meaningful, we would love to hear from you.

Quest Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.