Special Education Teacher - IEP & Student Growth Catalyst

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide instruction for students with disabilities aligned to GPS standards, develop IEPs, and collaborate with families. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Georgia teaching certification, with 0-1 year classroom experience desirable.

The position is on-site in Atlanta, GA, with duties including progress monitoring, data-driven planning, and serving as a resource to general education staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid Georgia Teacher Certification for area of specialization required.
• 0-1 year classroom experience required.
• Strong communication and instructional strategies.
• Knowledge of IDEA and due process requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops or selects and modifies lessons and materials to meet individual student needs.
• Utilizes special methodology for instruction to support student progress using GPS standards.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and reviews the IEP for each student on the caseload.
• Addresses unique needs of students on caseload (lifting/positioning, signing for deaf/hard of hearing).
• Administers evaluations of student progress and maintains records.
• Follows due process procedures for referred and eligible students with disabilities.
• Meets expectations according to the general education teacher job description.
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program.
• Facilitates home-school communication via conferences, calls, and written communications.
• Uses technology to support instruction.
• Serves as a resource to general education faculty and related services personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned by administrator.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional strategies

IDEA knowledge

Organizational skills

Positioning safety

First aid knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide instruction for students with disabilities aligned to GPS standards, develop IEPs, and collaborate with families. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Georgia teaching certification, with 0-1 year classroom experience desirable.

The position is on-site in Atlanta, GA, with duties including progress monitoring, data-driven planning, and serving as a resource to general education staff.