Teacher - Exceptional Children (Self-Contained)

Jones Elementary; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Elementary in North Carolina seeks a Teacher - Exceptional Children (Self-Contained) to provide specialized instruction and support for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes implementing IEPs, collaborating with general education staff, and utilizing diverse teaching methods to meet varied student needs.

The incumbent will plan and assess, supervise aides, and maintain strong parent communication while aligning with district goals and standards for inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an approved education program for the subject area.
• NC teaching license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong knowledge of NC standards and Core/Essential Standards.

Responsibilities

• Plans and uses instructional strategies and materials reflecting students' learning styles and needs.
• Conducts assessments of student learning styles and uses results for instruction.
• Implements the IEPs of students with disabilities.
• Collaborates with general education teachers to modify curricula for special education students.
• Plans and supervises teacher aide and volunteer assignments.
• Uses technology to enhance teaching and learning processes.
• Communicates with parents and maintains positive relationships with students, staff and community.
• Assists in maintaining a classroom environment conducive to learning.

Skills

IEP implementation

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with teachers

Education

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

Job description

Teacher - Exceptional Children (Self-Contained)

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 (if applicable)

• 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 (if applicable)

• 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.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees of this job.

Job Details

Job ID: 5238013Application Deadline: Posted until filledPosted: Jun 16, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sharon Huneycutt , Principal
• Jones Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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