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 looking for a passionate Special Education Teacher to join our staff. This role involves creating Individualized Education Plans, collaborating with families, and creating a positive learning environment for students.

The ideal candidate must have a valid Georgia teaching certificate in Special Education and a Visual Impairment Endorsement. This position offers a competitive salary along with excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Georgia teaching certificate in a qualifying Special Education field.
• A Special Education Visual Impairment Endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for students.
• Communicate student progress with staff and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.

Skills

Creating Individualized Education Plans (IEP)

Collaboration with families

Classroom management

Education

Valid Georgia teaching certificate in Special Education

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