EC Middle School Intensive Resource Teacher

Position Overview:

Sugar Creek Charter Schools mission is to eradicate generational poverty by providing a rigorous college and career preparatory education for students from kindergarten through 12th grade focusing on academic preparation college and career readiness and life skills for success. We are seeking a dedicated and missionaligned Exceptional Childrens (EC) Intensive Teacher to join our team. Our EC Intensive teachers teach grade level content using the strategies and skills included in the students IEP to address content gaps between current performance and grade level achievement. Intensive teachers serve as teacher of record providing all ELA and/or math instruction to scholars in identified groups.

This role focuses on providing targeted academic and behavioral interventions for students with disabilities in a resource setting while supporting their success in the general education classroom.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in differentiated instruction individualized intervention planning and behavior management while collaborating closely with teachers families and support staff to provide specialized instruction and holistic student support

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Student Support:

• Provide smallgroup and oneonone specialized instruction in a resource setting to address students IEP goals.
• Implement structured evidencebased interventions that support student learning in reading math and writing tailored to individual needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure instruction is aligned to address both students IEP goals and grade level learning.
• Use progress monitoring tools and formative assessments to track student growth and adjust instruction as needed.
• Ensure students are provided appropriate accommodations and modifications in alignment with their IEPs.

IEP Compliance & Case Management:

• Develop implement and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate and uptodate documentation including IEPs progress reports and service logs.
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings parent conferences and data reviews.
• Collaborate with school counselors interventionists and service providers to support students with diverse learning needs.

Collaboration & Professionalism:

• Partner with general education teachers to ensure that students successfully access the curriculum in both resource inclusion and intensive resource settings.
• Embrace a growth mindset by actively seeking and applying feedback to enhance instructional practices and student learning outcomes.
• Participate in planning and coaching sessions with curriculum leaders.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress goals and strategies for support at home.
• Participate in MTSS (MultiTiered System of Supports) and RTI (Response to Intervention) processes to identify student needs and appropriate interventions.
• Engage in professional development to stay current with best practices in special education intervention strategies and behavior management.
• Contribute to the school community through team meetings committees and events.

Classroom & Behavior Management:

• Implement individualized behavior support plans as needed to promote positive student engagement and success.
• Utilize deescalation techniques and structured routines to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Reinforce schoolwide expectations while teaching selfregulation coping skills and socialemotional strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Certification: Valid North Carolina teaching license with an Exceptional Childrens (EC) endorsement.
• Experience: Prior experience as an EC teacher preferably in a resource or inclusion setting.
• Strong knowledge of IEP development differentiated instruction accommodations and assistive technology.
• Excellent communication collaboration and organizational skills.
• Passion for student growth and a commitment to ensuring all learners succeed.

Why Join Sugar Creek Charter School

• Missiondriven environment focused on academic excellence and equity.
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative culture and teambased approach to student success.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on students lives!