2026-2027 Middle School EC Teacher Self-Contained ELA Focus

Job Title: Middle School Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher – Self-Contained (ELA Focus)

Full- Time, 10 month

Reports to: Director

Position Summary:
The Middle School Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom setting, with a primary focus on English Language Arts (ELA), to students with diverse learning needs. The teacher develops and implements individualized education programs (IEPs), adapts curriculum, and creates a structured, supportive environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs specific student duties related to health, behavior and instructional assistance


• Works with individuals or groups on any task assigned


• Actively participates in the teaching process and modifies instruction/tasks when appropriate.


• Report collected data to appropriate individuals, including administrators, teachers and parents.


• Ensures appropriate interventions are monitored and maintained.


• Participates in staff development and training to gain knowledge of health, behavioral or instructional procedures specific to the assigned students.


• Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned.


• Participates in school functions.


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field 


• Valid state teaching license in Special Education (Exceptional Children)


• Experience working with middle school students with disabilities preferred


• Strong knowledge of ELA curriculum, literacy interventions, and differentiated instruction


• Understanding of IEP development, implementation, and compliance requirements


• Ability to manage a self-contained classroom with diverse academic and behavioral needs


• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Familiarity with assistive technology and adaptive learning tools


• Strong classroom management and behavior support skills


• Patience, flexibility, and a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs


• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture