Special Education Autism

TrulyHired; Sharpsburg (GA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

TrulyHired in Coweta County is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Autism at Thomas Crossroads Elementary School for the 2026/2027 school year. The position focuses on developing and implementing IEPs and delivering ASD-inclusive instruction.

You will plan and coordinate instruction, adapt materials, and collaborate with families and SPED staff to help students reach their social, emotional, and academic potential.

Qualifikationen

• Develops and implements IEPs per state and federal requirements.
• Monitors progress on IEP goals and adjusts instruction.
• Collaborates with district SPED staff and parents.

Aufgaben

• Plan instruction to meet social, emotional and academic goals.
• Instruct classes at assigned time and location.
• Select and adapt materials within curriculum guidelines.
• Ensure safety of students, equipment and facilities; prepare substitutes.

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

LOCATION: Thomas Crossroads Elementary School

AVAILABLE: 2026/2027 School Year

POSITION TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - GENERAL CURRICULUM - AUTISM - 190 DAYS

AVAILABLE: 26/27

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide leadership to effectively plan, coordinate and implement programs of instruction that ensure students opportunities to reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated. Select, adapt and present materials required in the teaching assignment within the framework of the content limitations of state and system curriculum guides. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students with Autism. Develop and implement classroom technology which may relate to the use of audio, video, graphics, research technologies and other tools to facilitate learning. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of the principal or designee. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Provide adequate background information and materials when a substitute teacher is to assume responsibilities. Maintain satisfactory attendance defined by system or local school handbook. Comply with conditions stated in the contract of employment. Comply with the federal, state and local board of education requirements for the development of educationally appropriate instruction. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and work cooperatively with all staff members in attaining school goals and objectives. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Attend staff, department, team, or grade level meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate as required in the appropriate state annual evaluation process. Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the building administrators.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Abides by the mandates of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Evaluates students with disabilities and gives recommendations for a prescriptive program. Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with state and federal requirements. Monitors progress on IEP goals frequently and makes appropriate changes to the student's education program. Collaborates with district Special Education personnel to implement appropriate programming, classroom structure, scheduling, sensory diet/break protocols and behavior management routines. Collaborates with staff members and parents regarding the social/emotional learning, academic achievement and functional performance of students. Works collaboratively with and guides/supports paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom. Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information. Provides consultation to other staff members concerning the unique needs of students with Autism and appropriate interventions. Participates in required district training for Mindset Safety Management - Deescalation and utilizes techniques according to individual student needs. Follows all procedural safeguards and documents adherence in an appropriate manner. Participates in and provides consultation to the Student Support Team (SST) and the IEP team, as appropriate.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications

as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.