Teacher - Exceptional Children (Self-Contained)

Young World Physical Education

Wilson (NC)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Teacher for Exceptional Children at Wells Elementary in Wilson, North Carolina. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's Degree and NC Teaching License. The educator will provide targeted teaching strategies to support students with disabilities and foster a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, assessing student needs, and collaborating with staff to modify curricula. Effective communication with parents and leadership in the classroom are also essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an approved education program in the subject area.
NC Teaching License in appropriate subject area or qualifications to obtain.
Strong background in North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core.

Responsibilities

Plans and uses appropriate instructional strategies and materials.
Conducts assessments of student learning styles.
Implements IEPs of students with disabilities.

Skills

Strong background in North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core and Essential Standards

Ability to lead in the classroom

Communicates effectively with parents

Uses technology to strengthen teaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an approved education program

NC Teaching License or qualifications to obtain

Job description

Teacher - Exceptional Children (Self-Contained)

Wilson County Schools Wells Elementary - Wilson, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5713069
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Reports To: Principal

Terms of Employment: Permanent, 10 Month Position

Nature of Work

Performs difficult professional work providing a broad range of teaching services or specific learning program, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning in accordance with each student's ability, using a variety of teaching and learning methods at various levels to a targeted audience, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualifications and Licensure

Bachelor’s Degree from an approved education program in the subject area
NC Teaching License in appropriate subject area or have qualifications to obtain a NC teaching License
Strong background in North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core and Essential Standards

Duties and Responsibilities

Plans and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Conducts assessments of student learning styles and uses results for instructional activities.
Implements the IEPs of students with disabilities.
Works cooperatively with general education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
Communicates with parents in a timely manner; maintains positive and constructive communication with students, staff, parents and community.
Acts as a positive role model for students; supports the mission of the school district.
Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manages student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws.
Provides or supervises personal care to include diapering and other essential needs, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
Conducts IEP meetings and annual review meetings as needed.
Performs non-instructional duties as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
Work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting.
Work has standard vision requirements.
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Special Requirements

Ability to lead in the classroom by taking responsibility for all students’ learning.
Ability to demonstrate leadership in the school by working collaboratively with all school personnel to create a professional learning community.
Ability to lead the teaching profession by striving to improve the profession.
Ability to advocate for schools and students by promoting positive change in policies and practices affecting student learning.
Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards by upholding the Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Conduct.

Position Type: Full-Time

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