POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

TEACHER             

WORKING TITLE

Home/Hospital Teacher

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Special Education Services (SES)

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Classroom Teacher

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides direct services and continuity of instruction to students who are unable to maintain regular school attendance due to medical, psychiatric impairments, or incarceration (e.g., mental health or medical hospital, rehabilitation center or day treatment facility, in an alternative placement setting, incarcerated in detention centers/jail). Assists students in completing the standard course of study curriculum or extensions of the standard course of study and to complete Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. Services are provided in hospitals, students’ homes, or in a community setting. Consults with teachers/counselors at the students’ assigned schools to coordinate class assignments and to appropriately evaluate students’ work completion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of special education policies and procedures, K-12 curriculum, and physical and mental health concerns;
• Extensive knowledge of IEP development and use of progress monitoring data to evaluate response to instruction;
• Extensive knowledge of general and extended content curriculum standards and age appropriate developmental expectations;
• Extensive knowledge in the design and delivery of specially designed instruction and evidence based academic and behavioral strategies;
• Considerable knowledge in general content and extended content district content curriculum (i.e., Letterland, English Language Arts (ELA), Open Up Resources, etc.);
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Critical thinking and problem–solving skills;
• Ability to design and deliver professional learning;
• 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 model and engage in professional learning team (PLT) structures and practices;
• Ability to use multiple data sources for problem-solving;
• Ability to build and sustain strong interpersonal relationships with district personnel, school personnel, students, and other stakeholders.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university;
• Five years of experience teaching special education or related area.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be eligible for 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:

• Certifications in two or more teaching areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides direct services and continuity of instruction to students who are unable to maintain regular school attendance due to medical, psychiatric impairments, or incarceration.
2. Assists students in completing the standard course of study curriculum and to complete IEP goals.
3. Consults with school staff at the students' assigned school in order to coordinate class assignments, provide evaluation of student’s work and progress of assignments, address any concerns or educational needs of the student, and coordinate progress report grades and report card grades.
4. Works with school staff and student’s family to ensure a smooth transition for the student when entering back into the classroom setting.
5. Attends student’s IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member. Attends and participates in monthly Home/Hospital team meetings.
6. 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.
7. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates in a school environment, mental health or medical hospital, day treatment facilities, detention center/jail, students’ homes, or public locations. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 25 pounds of force. The work frequently involves driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:  10/2023

DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.