Teacher - Special Education (Access)

Special Education TeacherCandidates must be certified in, or eligible for certification in SP ED General Curriculum (P-12) Consultative, SP ED Adapted Curriculum (P-12) Consultative, and have SP ED Academic Content certification in all core subject areas.
This position plays a pivotal role in providing direct instruction to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) as part of the Program For Exceptional Children within the District's schools.
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Teaching TasksProvides Instruction Teaches at an appropriate instructional levelProvides content developmentBuilds for transferAssesses and Encourages Student Progress Promotes student engagementMonitors student progressResponds to both adequate and inadequate student progressSupports studentsManages the Learning Environment Uses time efficientlyMaintains effective physical setting for instructionMaintains appropriate student behavior in the classroomVirtual Duties and ResponsibilitiesAbility to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the Virtual Platform in written and oral form, including electronic media, using positive interpersonal skillsUses a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional and administrative tasksParticipate in professional learning to enhance ability to provide engaging online instruction a. Participate in required Professional Learning that leads to virtual teaching endorsementClearly articulates deadlines, schedules, and procedures to students and parents to ensure that students complete coursework in a timely mannerEssential Job FunctionsTeacher Duties and Responsibilities Follows professional practices consistent with school and district policies in working with students, students' records, parents, and colleaguesInteracts in a professional manner with students and parentsIs available to students and parents for conferences according to district policiesFacilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communicationsMaintains confidentiality of students and students' recordsWorks cooperatively with school administrators, special support personnel, colleagues, and parents Complies with school, district, and state administrative regulations and Board of Education policiesConducts assigned classes at the times scheduledEnforces regulations concerning student conduct and disciplineIs punctualProvides adequate information, plans, and materials for substitute teacherMaintains accurate, complete and appropriate records and files reports promptlyAttends and participates in faculty meeting and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policyComplies with conditions as stated in the Contract of Employment Demonstrates professional practices in teachingModels correct use of language, oral and writtenDemonstrates accurate and up-to-date knowledge of contentImplements designated curriculumMaintains lesson plans as required by school policyAssigns reasonable tasks and homework to students Acts in a professional manner and assumes responsibility for the total school program, its safety and good orderTakes precautions to protect records, equipment, materials, and facilitiesAssumes responsibility for supervising students in out-of-class settingsPerforms other duties as required based on the specific content area taught (such as content-area competitions, after-hours activities, and so on).
Plans and coordinates purposeful assignments for paraprofessional(s), other supporting staff, and volunteer(s), and provides input to the administrative staff on the performance of these individuals.
Performs other duties as required by the District, the school, or student need.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university required.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of adolescent growth and development.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting documents related to safety, technology, and educational procedures.
Ability to prepare and communicate effectively through written reports, lesson plans, and correspondence.
Skill in computing and interpreting data, including rate, ratio, and percent calculations.
Proficiency in PC operations and software applications, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
Capability to serve as a liaison with various professionals and effectively collaborate with parents and guardians.
Capacity to adapt instructional strategies and provide accommodations to meet individual student needs.
Strong physical capability to manage classroom and student needs, including potential crisis intervention situations and lifting non-ambulatory students.
Certification, License and Special RequirementsAbility to obtain clearance certificate from GaPSC.
Meets Georgia state certification requirements in Special Education.
Salary/Terms/Benefits:190 day work year.
Salary based on certification and exp