Teacher (Blind/Deaf)

Education, Department of; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Education, Georgia Academy for the Blind, is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher for students with multiple disabilities in self-contained classrooms. Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Georgia certificate in Special Education Adaptive Curriculum and for the Visually Impaired, with A/AC knowledge.

Responsibilities include assessing student needs, developing instructional plans, creating materials, integrating assistive technology, and applying

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Visually Impaired (K-12)
• Georgia Teacher Certificate in Special Ed. Adaptive Curriculum
• Knowledge of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC)
• Experience with multi-disabled learners and assistive technology

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive educational program for visually impaired or multi-disabled students in a residential setting.
• Develop/implement instructional plans and materials to meet individual student needs.
• Integrate assistive technology into classroom activities using research-based practices.
• Teach Visual Impairment classes across grade spans (P-5, 4-8, 9-12)

Skills

Special Ed Adapted Curriculum

Visually Impaired Education

A/AC Communication

Education

M.S. in Visually Impaired (K-12)

Certification: Special Education (Adaptive Curriculum)

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Teacher (Blind/Deaf)

Agency: Department of Education

Job Requisition ID: JR0000004845

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Summary

• The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) -Georgia Academy for the Blind is recruiting for an experienced Special Education Teacher fir students with multiple disabilities in self-contained classroom settings.
• Applicants should hold or be eligible for a certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission in the area of Special Education Adapted Curriculum Consultative and must meet the definition of Highly Qualified as defined by NCLB.
• Provides a comprehensive educational program to meet the needs of students who are visually impaired or multi-disabled in a residential school setting.
• Responsibilities include assessing and documenting students' educational needs to develop and implement appropriate instructional plans; developing appropriate instructional materials; integrating assistive technology into classroom activities; and utilizing innovative and research-based instructional techniques and practices.
• These positions will teach visually impaired/multi-disabled students in Early Childhood (P-5), Middle Schools (4-8), or High School.

Job Responsibilities

• Applicants should hold or be eligible for a certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission in the area of Special Education Adapted Curriculum Consultative and must meet the definition of Highly Qualified as defined by NCLB.
• Provides a comprehensive educational program to meet the needs of students who are visually impaired or multi-disabled in a residential school setting.
• Responsibilities include assessing and documenting students' educational needs to develop and implement appropriate instructional plans; developing appropriate instructional materials; integrating assistive technology into classroom activities; and utilizing innovative and research-based instructional techniques and practices.
• These positions will teach visually impaired/multi-disabled students in Early Childhood (P-5), Middle Schools (4-8), or High School.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Georgia Teacher Certificate in Special Ed. Adaptive Curriculum and in Special Education for the Visually Impaired. Must have knowledge of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC) and basic understanding of the use of computer technology for multi-disabled learners.

• Master’s degree in Visually Impaired (K-12) Background in visual disabilities, mental retardation, behavior disorders, or interrelated special education, cognitive disabilities, autism, orthopedic impairments, and other sensory disabilities.
• Classroom experience with visually impaired or multi-disabled children
• Elementary or Secondary academic certification
• Experience working with visually impaired or special needs students

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.