Instructor 3

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is hiring an Instructor 3 for Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta in Decatur, GA. This role focuses on developing curriculum and delivering individualized instruction to serve diverse learners.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and Georgia teaching certification or equivalent experience; preferred candidates have related certification and demonstrable ability to adapt teaching methods for various learning needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and teacher certification or equivalent teaching experience.
• Georgia teaching certificates required or eligible for certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for individuals served.
• Provide classroom and individualized instruction based on educational needs.
• Adapt teaching methods to support different learning styles.
• Develop and implement individualized instructional plans.
• Evaluate progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Maintain educational records and progress reports.
• Collaborate with staff to support educational goals.
• Maintain organized and supportive learning environment.
• Ensure activities comply with DBHDD and state policies.

Skills

Curriculum development

Individualized instruction

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Georgia teacher’s associate professional fourth-year certificate

Georgia teacher’s fourth-year certificate

Job description

About the Role

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Instructor 3

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000003429

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation

Salary Range: $44,998.81 – $73,287.92

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Instructor 3 at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Pay Grade: K

Shift: M-F 8:30am-5:00PM

Salary Range: $44,998.81 – $73,287.92

Responsibilities

• Develops curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials appropriate for the individuals served.
• Provides classroom and individualized instruction based on identified educational needs and abilities.
• Adapts teaching methods and utilizes specialized instructional techniques to support different learning styles and individual needs.
• Develops and implements individualized instructional plans.
• Evaluates individual progress and adjusts instructional strategies as needed.
• Provides tutoring and additional educational assistance when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate educational records, documentation, progress reports, and other required reports.
• Participates in the development and review of educational goals and objectives.
• Works collaboratively with other staff members and interdisciplinary team members to support individual treatment and educational goals.
• Maintains an organized and supportive learning environment.
• Ensures instructional activities are conducted in accordance with applicable DBHDD, facility, and State of Georgia policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and eligibility to obtain at least a Georgia teacher’s associate professional fourth-year certificate; OR Current, appropriate Georgia teacher’s fourth-year certificate in the area of assignment; OR One year of experience at the lower-level Instructor 2 (EDP021) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Georgia teaching certification in an area relevant to the assignment.
• Experience providing instruction in a behavioral health, developmental disabilities, healthcare, rehabilitation, or similar setting.
• Experience developing individualized instructional or educational plans.
• Demonstrated ability to modify teaching methods to accommodate different learning needs and abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and educational progress records.
• Experience working effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Other Information

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.