Special Education Teacher: IEPs & Adaptive Instruction

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support learning for students with disabilities. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt lessons, and use effective instructional methods to improve outcomes. Handle safety and mobility needs and communicate with families regularly.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree and valid Georgia Teacher Certification. 0-1 year classroom experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven communication and instructional strategies.
• Knowledge of IDEA and due process requirements.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic first aid methods, techniques for positioning and moving physically challenged students.

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 Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each student on the caseload.
• Addresses the unique needs of students in caseload, e.g., lifting and positioning of disabled students.
• 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 through conferences, calls, and written communications.
• Uses technology to support instruction.
• Serves as a resource to general education faculty, administrators, and related services personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional strategies

IDEA knowledge

Oral & written communication

Organization

Safety/Patient handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Georgia Teacher Certification

Job description

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support learning for students with disabilities. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt lessons, and use effective instructional methods to improve outcomes. Handle safety and mobility needs and communicate with families regularly.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree and valid Georgia Teacher Certification. 0-1 year classroom experience preferred.