Special Education Teacher *Up to $45/hr

Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Posted: 02/19/2026 Employment Type: Local Contract Job Category: Special Education Job Number: 172427

Job Description

Special Education Teacher *Up to $45/hr*

Chapel Hill, North Carolina - 28.0 weeks

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professional like you for a 28-week opportunity located in or near Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements
  • Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field with a focus on special education
  • Certifications Requirements: Sped certification, CPR certification, First Aid certification
  • Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of experience working with students with moderate intellectual disabilities, prior experience with adaptive curricula, experience in a school setting preferred
  • Other Requirements: Ability to work on-site daily, strong communication skills, ability to implement adapted curriculum and behavioral strategies
What We Offer
  • Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.

  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.

  • Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.

  • Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.

  • Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.

  • Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule.

Why Connected Health Care?
  • We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.

  • Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.

  • Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.

  • A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide specialized instruction to students with moderate intellectual disabilities following adapted curricula aligned with extended content standards.
  • Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavioral strategies.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of student progress, behaviors, and educational activities to ensure compliance and support ongoing planning.
  • Execute classroom management techniques to foster a positive, inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and development.
  • Support student assessment and participation in state-mandated alternate assessments when applicable, ensuring accurate and fair evaluation.
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