What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Skills Special Education Teacher position at Ignite Education Group?
About Us : Ignite Achievement Academy is an accredited K-12 private school with two campuses in Charlotte, NC dedicated to providing exceptional educational experiences for students with special needs. Our school is specifically designed to support students with speech and / or behavioral disabilities through personalized attention and comprehensive support. With small class sizes and a collaborative approach, we ensure each child receives the care and instruction they need to thrive.
Position Overview : The FLAME Program at Ignite Achievement Academy is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Life Skills Teacher for a self-contained special education high school classroom. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs, providing them with the essential skills for independent living and successful entry into the workforce. This position requires teaching functional academics and vocational skills, as well as providing off-campus job experience within the local community.
Our teachers rarely need to take work home, and our culture is different than any other school you've likely worked with in the past!
Positions are available at both our North and South Charlotte Campuses for the 2025-26 school year!
- North Campus : 3835 W WT Harris Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28269
- South Campus : 6203 Carmel Rd. Charlotte, NC 28226
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Ignite Education Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.