Special Education Teacher | Hickory, North Carolina

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students in special education settings near Hickory, NC. Open roles include a High School Resource position and an Adaptive Special Education role at a public separate school. Both positions offer flexibility in scheduling and the chance to make a meaningful impact with diverse student groups.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid Special Education teaching certification required
• Experience with high school-aged students or adaptive special education preferred
• Familiarity with the Standard Course of Study and Extended Content Standards
• Skilled in both inclusion and pull-out service models
• Comfortable managing diverse student needs, including cognitive disabilities and medical support requirements
• Strong collaboration skills for working alongside teacher assistants, therapists, and nursing staff

Key Responsibilities:

High School Resource Position:

• Deliver inclusion services within general education classrooms, with occasional pull-out support
• Manage a caseload of approximately 30 students following the Standard Course of Study
• Adapt instruction to meet individual student goals and monitor progress
• Complete necessary IEP documentation and communicate effectively with families and school staff
• Available full-time (35-37 hours/week) or part-time (minimum 30 hours/week)

Adaptive Special Education Position:

• Instruct a small group (8-10 students) exclusively on Extended Content Standards
• Support students with significant cognitive and medical needs, leveraging a multidisciplinary classroom team
• Plan, implement, and track individualized learning activities and care routines
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment in partnership with assistants, therapists, and nurses
• Ideally full-time (35-37 hours/week), but options for part-time (20-30 hours/week) available

Step into a role where your expertise uplifts students, families, and school communities. Flexible schedules provide work-life balance while you help each learner reach their potential. Seize this chance to put your skills to use — submit your application today!