EC Teacher Position Available In Burke, North Carolina

EC Teacher
Burke County Schools
East Burke High School – Connelly Springs, North Carolina This job is also posted in Burke County Schools , and North Carolina School Jobs
Job Details

Job ID:

4055687

Application Deadline:

Jul 31, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Jun 3, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 11, 2025
Job Description
Job Description

POSITION TITLE

EC Teacher

SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT

Assigned School
SALARY
Classroom Teacher

REPORTS TO

Principal

SUPERVISES

None

FLSA EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Exempt

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday; occasional evenings and weekends as necessary

WORK HOURS

Regular School Hours (Minimum five day)

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

10

POSITION PURPOSE:

Coordinates and provides direct instructional programs relating to special education students and their Individual Education Programs (IEPs). Monitors and evaluates programs with students with disabilities, maintains confidentiality, and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures as they relate to the special education program throughout the district. Maintains an environment conducive to learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND

ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge of instructional practices and delivery related to specially designed instruction;
Extensive knowledge of general content curriculum standards and age appropriate developmental expectations;
Considerable knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures overseeing the services of students with disabilities;
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and other applicable federal and state laws, policies, and regulations;
Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others;
Ability to motivate students;
Ability to constantly monitor and supervise the safety and well-being of students;
Ability to recognize and support students with a variety of backgrounds, abilities, exceptionalities, physical needs, and learning styles;
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, businesses, community agencies, and the public.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in an Exceptional Children’s teaching area (not including licenses in Academically or Intellectually Gifted);
Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of North Carolina

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in or supporting high needs schools
A strong analytic, performance management, accountability, and systems-thinking orientation to inform strategy development and execution;

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP; and uses diagnostic information obtained from tests and other assessment procedures to update IEPs, as needed.
Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools to provide specially designed instruction.
Assists students in completing the curriculum tasks and to complete IEP goals.
Employs a variety of teaching methods, strategies, accommodations and modifications to meet student needs; implements these methods and adapts and/or develops materials.
Monitors student behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches students appropriate behavioral strategies.
Evaluates student’s work and progress of assignments, address or adjust instruction to address any concerns or educational needs of the student, and coordinate progress report grades and report card grades.
Attends student’s IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member.
Stays abreast of trends, research, and best practices for instruction by attending professional development events, utilizing social media, and communicating with other professionals within and outside the district.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL

ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers.

Must be able to communicate effectively.

At times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to twenty (20) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in an indoor and outdoor environment and come into direct contact with school district staff, students and the public.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Positions Available:

1