Pre-Kindergarten Teacher – Special Needs – Riverdale Early Learning Center

RIVERDALE EARLY LEARNING CENTER; Riverdale (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

RIVERDALE EARLY LEARNING CENTER in Riverdale, Georgia, seeks a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher – Special Needs to provide instruction and support for preschoolers with diverse learning needs. You will develop and modify curricula, prepare age-appropriate materials, and collaborate with specialists to support student growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, GaPSC certification at T-4 or higher, and experience with IEPs, behavior plans, and family conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an educational field.
• GaPSC professional certification at T-4 level or higher.
• Experience with Special Education General Curriculum (P-12).

Responsibilities

• Develops and modifies curricula and prepares lessons and materials aligned to student abilities.
• Participates in IEP conferences including behavior management plans and annual reviews.
• Maintains accurate records and monitors student progress regularly.
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences to review progress and concerns; collaborates with school staff.

Skills

Special Education

IEP coordination

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

GaPSC certification T-4 or higher

Job description

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher – Special Needs – Riverdale Early Learning Center

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Job Details

Job ID: 5929647

Application Deadline: Dec 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides Pre-K special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned. This position reports to the Principal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in IEP conferences including behavior management plans, functional analysis of behavior, placement, and annual reviews.

Develops strategies for maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and utilizes effective teaching methods and employs a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of the students.

Provides appropriate diagnostic testing, identifies student capabilities and monitors student progress on a regular basis.

Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, CCPS, and GaDOE policies.

Conducts parent/ teacher conferences to review students’ progress, performance and behavior concerns; participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and required teacher professional learning that will occur during the summer, after school hours, and some Saturdays during the school year.

Consults with appropriate professional staff regarding a student's educational program.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in educational related field required.

Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience preferred.

Makes recommendations or decisions which usually affect the school.

Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) professional certification at T-4 level or higher required.

Field(s)/Endorsement(s):

• Special Education General Curriculum (P-12)

Varied; supervisor is available to review established broad objectives; independent judgment is required.

Requires regular, frequent contact and communication with internal personnel of influence (i.e., school administrative personnel).

Requires regular, frequent contact and communication with external personnel of influence (i.e., different constituencies: external agencies, parents, community, etc.).

Excellent classroom management required. May be designated as a lead teacher or trainer.

Applies, recommends and implements technology to improve the effectiveness of school operations.

Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well-being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.

Normal classroom/school setting. Must be able to stand and walk approximately seven (7) to seven and one-half (7½) hours per day.

Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying; twenty (20) lbs. or less. Periodic heavy lifting up to one-hundred (100) lbs.

The 2026-2027 salary scales are not yet available. The 2025-2026 salary schedules may be accessed via the following link: 2025-2026 Teacher Salary Scale

Position Type: FULL TIME

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
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