Special Education Teacher: IEP & Student Growth Champion

Wake-County-Public-School-System; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks candidates to fill anticipated Special Education teaching vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include coordinating IEPs, delivering specially designed instruction, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners.

The role requires a NC Professional Educator’s License in Exceptional Children’s teaching and a valid NC driver’s license. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Exceptional Children’s teaching area.
• Must hold and maintain a valid NC drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities and updates them as needed.
• Implements special education instruction and progress monitoring.
• Guide students to complete curriculum tasks and IEP goals.
• Uses varied teaching methods and adapts materials to meet needs.
• Monitor behavior, maintain classroom discipline, and teach behavioral strategies.
• Evaluate work, coordinate grades, and report progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings as a team member.
• Stay current on best practices through PD and collaboration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP development

Special education instruction

Curriculum knowledge

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Google Apps

Critical thinking

FERPA compliance

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Classroom safety

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Google Apps

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks candidates to fill anticipated Special Education teaching vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include coordinating IEPs, delivering specially designed instruction, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners.

The role requires a NC Professional Educator’s License in Exceptional Children’s teaching and a valid NC driver’s license. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.