University Instructors (UI) is seeking dynamic face-to-face Instructors with a passion for supporting Special Education Students (Elementary, Middle School and High School) for the 2025-26 school year.

In this role, under the direction of the University Instructors team and the school district, you will create an engaging and safe learning environment for students.

University Instructors partners with schools to provide students with purposeful learning experiences led by inspirational educators. If you are committed to having a meaningful impact through instructing students to enhance student achievement, please apply and a member of our recruiting team will reach out to you with more details.

Coordinates and provides direct instructional programs relating to 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP; and uses diagnostic information obtained from tests and other assessment procedures to update IEPs, as needed.
• Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools to provide specially designed instruction.
• Assists students in completing the curriculum tasks and to complete IEP goals.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods, strategies, accommodations and modifications to meet student needs; implements these methods and adapts and/or develops materials.
• Monitors student behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches students appropriate behavioral strategies.
• Evaluates student's work and progress of assignments, address or adjust instruction to address any concerns or educational needs of the student and coordinate progress report grades and report card grades.
• Attends student's IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of instructional practices and delivery related to specially designed instruction;
• Extensive knowledge of general content curriculum standards 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 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; 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/university.
• Willingness to take the steps necessary to become professionally licensed in North Carolina

Certification and License Requirements

• Hold or be willing to obtain a North Carolina Professional Educator's License in an Exceptional Children's teaching area (not including licenses in Academically or Intellectually Gifted);
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of NC requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR certifications;
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification

Working Conditions:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or exert 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. Physical requirements are consistent with those for medium work. School can contact the school's Physical Therapist for assistance, if needed, for proper lifting techniques.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in a classroom and office environment, and come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

$32/HR  Schedule:Mon-Friday 

University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer