Special Education Teacher (K-5)

Great Hearts Online; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Special Education Teacher for K-6 at Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy in Huntersville, NC. This full-time position supports diverse learners with IEP-aligned instruction.

Candidates must hold a North Carolina Teaching Certificate with EC endorsement and a Bachelor's degree. The role offers a starting salary of $50,000 plus comprehensive benefits, 401(k) matching, and robust professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and NC teaching certificate with EC endorsement.
• Pass background check and fingerprinting as part of the process.
• US work authorization required; travel locally for training may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Modify and adapt instructional delivery to the adopted curriculum and IEPs.
• Develop lesson plans aligned to curriculum and collaborate for inclusion.
• Communicate with parents and professionals to plan IEP and evaluations.
• Maintain student data and monitor IEP goals; complete progress reports.
• Attend meetings and professional development to improve practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree

North Carolina Teaching Certificate EC endorsement

Job description

Special Education Teacher (K-5)### Special Education Teacher (K-5)Apply: Onsite: Huntersville, NC: Charlotte, NC: Full time: Posted Today: R-962**Position Title:** Special Education Teacher (K-6) **Location:** Great Hearts Partner Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy (16115 Poplar Tent Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078) **Reports to:** Headmaster **FLSA:** Salaried, exempt **Compensation:** Starting at $50,000/year Great Hearts Academies is now accepting applications fora Special Education Teacher at Great Hearts Partner School Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy in Huntersville, North Carolina. As a school grounded in classical education, we seek candidates who are enthusiastic about classical teaching methods, particularly the trivium approach (grammar, logic, rhetoric). Our classical model emphasizes a rich knowledge base, critical thinking, and the ability to express and apply ideas effectively**.** **Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:*** Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.)* Matching 401K program* Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways **Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:*** Modify and adapt instructional delivery and materials in alignment with the adopted curriculum and IEPs to ensure access for students with diverse learning needs.* Develop and implement approved lesson plans aligned to the adopted curriculum and collaborate with general education teachers to support lesson planning for inclusion students.* Consistently communicate and correspond with parents, administrators, school psychologists and other professionals to set-up and plan IEP and Evaluation meetings.* Act as IEP facilitator and collaborator between special ed. and regular education teachers.* Gather relevant information from team members and write, revise, or update IEP and existing data reports.* Complete report cards and progress reports on each student’s progress.* Assist other professional staff in identifying and implementing interventions for students identified in the Student Study Team process.* Maintain appropriate student data in order to keep school-wide grading system up to date as well as data required to monitor IEP goal progress.* Attend professional meetings, educational conferences and training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.* Other duties as assigned.**Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing team:*** Leadership and team collaboration skills* Positive interpersonal and communication skills* Organizational and self-management skills to effectively handle multiple responsibilities* Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals* Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills* Dependability**Required Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree* Pass applicable background check* Submit fingerprints through NCSBI* North Carolina Teaching Certificate with an EC endorsement**Preferred Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field* Formal training, coursework, or experience in classical education **Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and submit the following supporting documentation:*** North Carolina Teaching Certificate* Current resume* Letters of recommendation This position offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions. **US Work Authorization is required.****Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.****Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.****This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.****Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**