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Special Education Teacher General Curriculum
Location: Hickory, NC 28602
Schedule: Full-time, school-based
Employment Type: Contract
Pay Rate: Starting at $50/hour (dependent on experience)
Position Overview
Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to support elementary school students in Hickory, North Carolina.
This is a General Curriculum position serving students in an elementary school setting. The caseload consists of approximately 32 students shared between two Special Education Teachers. This position will primarily support students in grades 35, while the other teacher serves grades K2.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable providing a combination of pull-out services, resource instruction, and potentially push-in support within general education classrooms.
Position Details
Elementary school setting
Grades 35
Approximately 32 students shared between two teachers
Teacher will primarily serve the 3rd5th grade caseload
General Curriculum position
Combination of pull-out and resource services
Potential opportunity to provide push-in support within general education classrooms
Collaborative environment with general education and special education staff
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Provide specialized instruction through pull-out and resource services.
Potentially provide push-in support within general education classrooms.
Differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs.
Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
Collaborate with general education teachers to support student access to the curriculum.
Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, parent conferences, and professional development.
Implement accommodations and modifications outlined in students' IEPs.
Communicate effectively with families, administrators, and related service providers.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Maintain compliance with state, district, and federal special education requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field required/preferred based on licensure requirements.
Active North Carolina Special Education/General Curriculum license required or eligibility to obtain.
Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
Experience providing resource, pull-out, or inclusion services preferred.
Strong knowledge of IEP development, accommodations, differentiated instruction, and progress monitoring.
Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively with students across multiple elementary grade levels.
Work Environment
Elementary school setting in Hickory, NC.
Primarily supporting students in grades 35.
Combination of resource, pull-out, and potentially push-in services.
Collaborative team environment with general education teachers, administrators, and related service providers.
Student-centered environment focused on academic achievement, inclusion, and student growth.
Why Work with Birch Agency?
Birch Agency is committed to supporting educators with meaningful opportunities and exceptional benefits, including:
Starting pay of $50/hour, dependent on experience
Competitive weekly pay
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
Professional development opportunities
Ongoing recruiter support throughout your assignment
Apply Today
If you're a Special Education Teacher looking for a rewarding elementary school opportunity in Hickory, NC, Birch Agency would love to connect with you.
This position offers the opportunity to work primarily with 3rd5th grade students while providing a mix of resource, pull-out, and potential push-in services in a collaborative school environment.
Apply today to learn more!
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