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The Expedition School

EC Teacher

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$65,444 / year median in North Carolina

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

EC Teacher - Full Time Position The Expedition School offers an exceptional project based learning approach with a STEM focused environment. Be a part of a strong, high achieving, creative, and collaborative staff who put students at the center. You will be supported through coaching and team collaboration. TES operates on a modified year-round schedule.
Responsibilities include:
Complete IEP paperwork and IEP progress reports in ECATS by deadlines established Schedule IEP meetings with caregivers and send official invitations Draft IEPs in collaboration with other providers Send out data/information gathering document to teachers and other staff working with the student Synthesize all data/information to write present levels of performance for all areas of concern/need Write SMART goals based on present levels with specific baseline information Complete all IEP paperwork in ECATS Maintain the physical and electronic EC files for students on caseload Meet regularly with general education teachers to collaborate Learn and internalize core curriculum for inclusion subjects Anticipate student needs related to general education teacher lesson plans and curriculum to develop resources and lesson modifications needed for student access of the general curriculum Teach students according to their IEP goals in a resource and/or inclusion setting Implement research based programs with fidelity to address academic, behavioral, and social goals Make data based decisions to develop and prepare lesson plans for specially designed instruction to target IEP goals Deploy modified resources/curriculum to students during inclusion Monitor student IEP goal progress at least weekly Collaborate with the student's IEP team to manage behaviors Utilize the school's philosophies and methods in conjunction with the student's IEP behavior plans to successfully manage student behavior. Organize meetings to problem solve student behaviors that are impacting learning/instruction and engage in problem solving with the team Support the team to implement behavior plans across settings, ensuring all staff working with the student are included Administer assessments and ensure student accommodations are provided and successful Collaborate with other service providers to meet student needs (speech, OT, PT, HI, therapists, other team members) Build positive relationships with student families with regular communication Other duties as required (i.e. arrival, lunch, dismissal, etc.). Seek out and actively participate in professional development
Requirements:
Must have an Elementary Special Education Teacher License or be eligible for an Exceptional Children's (SPED) License in NC. If not currently EC licensed, make a 3 year commitment to the school, participate in all provided training, and fulfill other requirements (may require testing) to obtain full EC licensure within 1 year of hire. The cost of EC licensure and all PRAXIS exams required to attain licensure is the responsibility of the applicant
Education:
Bachelor's Experience:
Teaching:
3 years
License or Certification:
NC Teaching License - Special Ed. General OR valid Professional NC Teaching licence in school's area of need to which an emergency EC license can be added Flexibility and patience Growth Mindset and quick learner Strong communicator and collaborator Technology and Computer Savvy, must learn and be proficient in ECATS by established deadlines Openness to work with any grade K-8 on reading, writing, math, social, and/or behavioral goals Willingness to engage in training to obtain CPI certification Willing and able to implement physical crisis prevention when needed
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $35,460.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Teaching:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
teacher's license (Required)
Work Location:
In person