Special Education Teacher - Behavior Support & IEPs

Wake County Public School System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a dedicated special education professional to coordinate and provide instructional programs for students with IEPs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, compliance with FERPA and related laws, and creating a learning-friendly environment.

The position requires in-depth knowledge of SPED instructional practices, curriculum standards, and collaboration with staff, parents, and community partners to support diverse learners across the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; updates IEPs using diagnostic information from tests and assessments.
• Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools for specially designed instruction.
• Assists students in completing curriculum tasks and achieving IEP goals.
• Employs various teaching methods, accommodations and modifications to meet student needs; adapts materials as needed.
• Monitors student behavior; maintains classroom discipline; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches behavioral strategies.
• Evaluates student work and progress; adjusts instruction and coordinates grades.
• Attends IEP meetings as a collaborative team member.
• Stays current with trends, research, and best practices via professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Curriculum standards

FERPA awareness

Microsoft Office / Google Apps

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Classroom safety

Communication skills

Stakeholder relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking a dedicated special education professional to coordinate and provide instructional programs for students with IEPs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, compliance with FERPA and related laws, and creating a learning-friendly environment.

The position requires in-depth knowledge of SPED instructional practices, curriculum standards, and collaboration with staff, parents, and community partners to support diverse learners across the district.