Exceptional Children's Teacher – Middle School Inclusion​/Resource

Exceptional Children's Teacher - Middle School Inclusion/Resource

Davidson Charter Academy is a K-8 public charter school. We are seeking a dedicated and energetic special education teacher to join our team. Our teachers act as positive role models and provide the highest quality of education.

• Demonstrate an ability to form and maintain positive, nurturing relationships with students by building trust and supporting competencies through interest and active engagement
• Demonstrate an understanding of child development relevant to the age group of the students
• Work as part of a team to identify strategies to meet student needs.
• Work collaboratively with school personnel and be able to communicate effectively
• Design and implement an appropriate curriculum for all content areas for special education students while providing necessary accommodations and modifications to the curriculum.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess student's performance levels, learning styles, strengths and weaknesses, and develop appropriate goals and objectives.
• Measure and evaluate student progress.
• Participate in the IEP process.

The ideal candidate will

• Hold a NC Teaching License in Exceptional Children (EC)
• Have a bachelor's degree or master's degree in Special Education
• Have teaching experience to include working with children with special needs
• Be a strong classroom manager.
• Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
• Have a track record of being a community minded team player.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards

• Salary based on the NC Certified Teacher Salary Schedule, years of experience, and licensure status
• A possible 3% local supplement
• Employer matching contributions of up to 6% to a 403(b) retirement plan
• 10 PTO days per year, with unused PTO rolling over to the following year until the maximum accrual is reached
• Paid holidays
• Employer-paid medical insurance premium plan
• Employer-funded short-term and long-term disability coverage

All teachers at DCA are on one year contracts. Contract renewal is contingent upon successful performance, completion of duties and expectations, as well as funding.