SPED Lead Teacher — IEP & Inclusion Champion

Richmond County School System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond County School System in Augusta, GA seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide direct instruction and collaboration with general education staff. You will lead IEP development and ensure compliance with documentation requirements, supporting students with disabilities to access the curriculum.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, data-informed planning and ongoing communication with families, teachers and supervisors to promote student achievement within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or pursuing special education certification in a content area is desirable.
• Knowledge of learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, behavior management, and assessment.
• Must be knowledgeable in methods of teaching elementary reading and math if seeking an elementary position.
• Student teaching or two years teaching experience in the area of exceptionality preferable at level elementary or secondary.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.
• Prepares for IEP/RTI team meetings and provides case management for assigned students with disabilities.
• Inter prets assessments to inform instruction and maintains student portfolios with current educational data.
• Selects and adapts materials to access the general education curriculum.
• Participates in professional development to advance instructional practices and differentiated instruction.
• Supervises and plans for the professional development of paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
• Maintains accurate records and enforces rules governing student life and conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data collection

Collaboration with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Certification in special education

Job description

Richmond County School System in Augusta, GA seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide direct instruction and collaboration with general education staff. You will lead IEP development and ensure compliance with documentation requirements, supporting students with disabilities to access the curriculum.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, data-informed planning and ongoing communication with families, teachers and supervisors to promote student achievement within a