Special Education Teacher - NC Connections

School Summary

North Carolina Connections Academy is a public remote charter academy serving students across the state. The school delivers a personalized learning experience through the Connections Academy model, emphasizing strong family partnerships, academic rigor, and equitable access to student support services. The virtual environment allows students to learn flexibly while receiving the guidance and support needed to succeed academically and personally.

Position Summary

Working from their home or from our Durham office, North Carolina licensed and certified teachers will support and manage a caseload of students with special needs. The Special Education Teacher will participate in all steps of the IEP process. They will work closely with other staff members and education professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations. They will utilize technology to complete IEP, reevaluation, eligibility, and progress monitoring reporting for students on their caseload.

• The Special Education Teacher works closely with the Director of Special Education and will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
• Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students;
• Develop, write and help implement IEPs;
• Ensure 100% compliance of all IDEA documentation;
• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete progress monitoring;
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to insure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues;
• Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed;
• Help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students;
• Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
• Communicate with providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs;