EC Adapted Curriculum Teacher (2024-25 School Year)

TITLE: Exceptional Children Teacher - Adapted Curriculum (2024-25 School Year)

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching;

• NC teaching license in Special Education Adapted Curriculum (88092);

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others;

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;

• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis;

• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program;

• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology;

• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.

SALARY: NC Teacher Salary + 18% supplement (increases based on experience)

EC Teachers also receive an additional 2% supplement

BENEFITS: Full Benefits

SUPERVISES: May coordinate and direct activities of paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or clerical assistants.

REPORTS TO: The school principal or his/her designee

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning for students following an adapted curriculum- Extended Content Standards.

• Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures.

• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

• Develop data based Individualized Education Plans and other special education required paperwork. Schedule, lead and/or participate in parent conferences/IEP meetings, etc. as appropriate.

• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction and complete special education documents (IEP's, etc.)

• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and implementing individualized behavior plans.

• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.

• Provide appropriate feedback on work to parents and students as appropriate.

• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.

• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.

• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities.

• Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.

• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

• Prepare classroom and students for class activities and community based experiences.

• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.

• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.

• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.

• Direct and supervise teacher assistants in supporting and meeting the needs of students with disabilities.

• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.

• Participate in appropriate professional activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten-month year. Salary in accordance with certification and placement on the adopted schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board of Education policy on the evaluation of teachers.

Updated: 4/16/2024