EC Teacher (Occupational Course of Study)

                                                                                                               Exceptional Education Teacher: Occupational Course of Study
 
QUALIFICATIONS:                  N.C. Teacher Certification, EC General Curriculum License; Previous experience as an EC Resource or Adapted Curriculum Teacher Preferred.
 
 SALARY:                                NC Teacher Salary 18% supplement (Plus 2% for Exceptional Children Teachers)

BENEFITS:                             Full Benefits
 
REPORTS TO:                       The school principal or his/her designee
 
JOB GOAL:                            To provide each student with the individually-tailored support, counsel, and learning experience they need to make progress toward their educational goals
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

1. Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning for students with disabilities following general education curriculum.
2. Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures.
3. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
4. 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.
5. Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction and complete special education documents (IEP’s, etc.)
6. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and implementing individualized behavior plans.
7. Provide appropriate feedback on work to parents and students as appropriate.
8. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
9. Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
10. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities.
11. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
12. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
13. Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.
14. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
15. Effectively collaborate and communicate with general educators in co-taught classrooms.
16. Encourage parent and involvement, obtain information for parents when requested; promptly return phone calls and answer emails.

 
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.