Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher Department of Exceptional Children

Full-time - Entry Level

Morrisville, NC

About the position

The Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher at Sterling Montessori is responsible for supporting students with exceptional needs in grades K-8. This full-time position involves implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), developing behavior management plans, and collaborating with other educators and specialists to create a conducive learning environment. The teacher will also engage with parents and staff to ensure effective communication and support for students' educational goals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students
• Implement IEP learning objectives through classroom activities including small group, individual and large group lessons
• Develop and implement behavior management plans for students in collaboration with Behavior Support Specialist
• Maintain a safe environment for all students using crisis intervention techniques if warranted
• Maintain a classroom conducive to learning and free of health and safety hazards
• Develop schedules and lesson plans for the classroom allowing for a variety of activities and special events appropriate for students with specialized intervention goals
• Communicate progress to parents and other school personnel in compliance with state and program policies and procedures
• Conduct preliminary and ongoing evaluations of student levels and needs through formal and informal means
• Elicit input from parents, caseworkers, and others involved in student program development
• Design appropriate goals and objectives for students based on evaluations and staff and parent input
• Work cooperatively to develop programming and evaluation through a disciplinary teaming approach
• Provide direction and training to teacher assistants, substitutes or volunteers assigned to the classroom
• Communicate necessary information to teacher assistants for student program implementation
• Schedule daily routine for teacher assistants assigned to the classroom
• Interact positively and professionally with staff, students, and parents
• Maintain respect for confidential information, e.g., student grades
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Attend meetings and professional growth, in-service training, seminars, workshops, etc.
• Instruct assigned classes in designated locations and times
• Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt regular curriculum and provide alternative teaching techniques
• Attend work regularly and punctually
• Demonstrate a positive work ethic
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
• Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgment
• Plan and schedule inclusion of students in regular and special homeroom activities and other classes as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Student Services/Building Principal/Designee

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited University
• Exceptional Children (EC) State License
• Experience working with elementary age students
• Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• General computer skills
• Knowledge of IDEA, federal and state regulations, and compliance as they pertain to students with special needs
• Knowledge of public school policies and practices
• Ability to operate various office equipment
• Commitment to education

Nice-to-haves

• AMS Montessori Trained
• Experience working in a Montessori Setting
• Nonviolent Intervention Training

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance