Middle School Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services in Ringgold, Georgia is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their team. This role involves creating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and collaborating with families and staff to ensure student success in a positive environment.

The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as IRA matching. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Georgia teaching certificate and an endorsement in Special Education.

Qualifications

• A valid Georgia teaching certificate in a qualifying Special Education field.
• A Special Education Visual Impairment Endorsement issued by GaPSC.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate with staff and family members about each student's progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans for approval.

Skills

Valid Georgia teaching certificate

Special Education Visual Impairment Endorsement

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement

Special Education Teacher Qualifications

• A valid Georgia teaching certificate in a qualifying Special Education field (typically Special Education P–12 or Special Education General Curriculum/Early Childhood Education), at a Level 4 or higher.
• A Special Education Visual Impairment Endorsement issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment