Special Education Teacher (Adaptive Curriculum)

Randolph County School System; Cuthbert (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Randolph County School System seeks compassionate and skilled Special Education Teachers certified in Adaptive Curriculum to support students with significant cognitive disabilities. The Adaptive Curriculum Teacher provides specialized instruction addressing academic, functional, communication, behavioral, and life-skills development.

The teacher creates and implements IEPs, aligning lessons to GSE-E and functional objectives to help students gain independence, communication, social development,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field is required.
• GaPSC certification in Special Education Adaptive Curriculum (P12) or eligibility required.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
• Experience implementing IEPs and functional behavior supports preferred.
• Experience with assistive technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families and administrators.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Deliver instruction aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence Extended (GSE-E).
• Prepare students for post-school independence, employment and community participation.

Skills

Instructional strategies for cognitive

IEP implementation

Functional behavior supports

Assistive technology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

GaPSC certification in Special Education Adaptive Curriculum (P12) or eligibility

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Start Date July 24, 2026

May 13, 2026

POSITION: Special Education Teacher (Adaptive)

LOCATION: Randolph County Elementary School

JOB SUMMARY:

The Randolph County School System seeks compassionate and skilled Special Education Teachers certified in Adaptive Curriculum to support students with significant cognitive disabilities. The Adaptive Curriculum Teacher provides specialized instruction designed to address students' academic, functional, communication, behavioral, and life-skills development.

This position focuses on delivering individualized instruction aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence Extended (GSE-E) and functional learning objectives. The teacher develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that support students in gaining independence, communication skills, social development, and essential daily living skills.

The Adaptive Curriculum Teacher collaborates with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and administrators to ensure students receive appropriate services in the least restrictive environment and are prepared for post-school independence, employment, and community participation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field, required;
2. Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certification in Special Education Adaptive Curriculum (P12) or eligibility for certification;
3. Knowledge of instructional strategies for students with significant cognitive disabilities;
4. Experience working with students with developmental, cognitive, behavioral, or multiple disabilities preferred;
5. Experience implementing IEPs, functional behavior supports, and assistive technology preferred;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and Board may find appropriate.