Pre-School Special Education Teacher - Wake County Public School System

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

TEACHER

WORKING TITLE

Preschool Special Education Teacher

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

School Site

LOCATION

School Site

PAY GRADE

Classroom Teacher

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Coordinates and provides direct instructional programs relating to preschool 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 and provides developmentally appropriate practices for young children with disabilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of instructional practices and delivery related to specially designed instruction;
• Extensive knowledge of PreK standards and curriculum 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, Microsoft Word, and Power Point; 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 or university.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Birth to Kindergarten;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early childhood education; OR
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education or Special Education;
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid;
• Current certification in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP; and uses diagnostic information obtained from assessment procedures to update IEPs, as needed.
2. Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools to provide specially designed instruction.
3. Assists students in completing the curriculum tasks and to complete IEP goals.
4. Employs a variety of teaching methods, strategies, accommodations, and modifications to meet student needs; implements these methods and adapts and/or develops materials.
5. Monitors student behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches students appropriate behavioral strategies.
6. Evaluates student’s work and progress, address or adjust instruction to address any concerns or educational needs of the student, and coordinate progress reporting.
7. Facilitates student’s IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member.
8. 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.
9. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates in a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the community. Work is considered medium physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

EFFECTIVE DATE:  3/2024

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 required by the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.