Impactful Special Education Teacher (IRR) – ES/MS/HS

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cobb County School District seeks a full-time Teacher, Special Education (IRR) for elementary, middle, and high school levels. The person will develop and provide an appropriate IEP-based program for eligible exceptional learners in collaboration with parents and staff.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Georgia teaching certificate, plus knowledge of disabilities and evidence-based instructional strategies. This exempt role uses a monthly pay schedule and adheres to district policies.

Qualifications

• Requires strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of areas of disability and special education practices.
• Familiarity with instructional strategies linking curriculum to learners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and implement IEPs for all caseload students.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians on educational plans.
• Submit required paperwork within established timelines.
• Provide instruction per program guidelines and delivery models.
• Ensure compliance with due process safeguards and regulatory requirements.
• Use data-driven behavior management strategies (FBAs/BIPs).
• Support general education teachers working with students with disabilities.
• Prepare and maintain annual IEP documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Disability knowledge

Special education practices

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree

GACE Basic Skills test

GACE Special Education content test

Job description

The Cobb County School District seeks a full-time Teacher, Special Education (IRR) for elementary, middle, and high school levels. The person will develop and provide an appropriate IEP-based program for eligible exceptional learners in collaboration with parents and staff.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Georgia teaching certificate, plus knowledge of disabilities and evidence-based instructional strategies. This exempt role uses a monthly pay schedule and adheres to district policies.