Teacher, Special Education Autism

To Be Announced; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District in Columbus, GA seeks a Teacher, Special Education Autism to support students with autism under the IEP framework. 190 work days and the district's salary schedule apply.

The ideal candidate holds a Georgia teacher certification or eligibility in Special Education Adapted Curricula, with experience in autism and knowledge of GA Assessments and behavior interventions. The position emphasizes collaboration with families, case management for students, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field as required.
• GA teacher certification or eligibility in Special Education Adapted Curricula.
• Experience with autism and applicable assessments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work to address individualized learning plans and IEPs.
• Documents progress monitoring data and IEP goals.
• Acts as Case Manager for a group of students and attends IEP meetings.
• Implements behavior intervention strategies and emergency interventions.
• Ensures compliance with IDEA timelines and district policies.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

IEP Knowledge

Instructional Strategies

Student Management

Education

Bachelor Degree in job related field

Job description

Teacher, Special Education Autism

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Job Details

Job ID: 5559821

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 28, 2025

Job Description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

POSITION TITLE:

Teacher,Special Education Autism

FLSA:

Exempt

SALARY:

Teacher Salary Schedule

WORK DAYS:

190

LOCATION:

To be Announced

REPORTS TO:

Principal

This posting is to recruit for existing vacancies and/or positions that become available at our various schools. year.

** FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY.....CURRENT MCSD TEACHERS WILL NEED TO APPLY TO THE TRANSFER APPLICATION.**

PRIMARY FUNCTION:Develops special education students’ success in academics, interpersonal skills, adaptive, vocational and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities and outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. The position is designed to provide IEP driven services to students to ensure the education of students with Autism.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Educational Level:

Bachelor Degree in job related field

2. Certification/License:

Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification in Special EducationAdapted Curriculumas well as core academic content areas. Must be able to complete training in and implement Marcus model safe restraint techniques.

3. Experience:

Experience administering Georgia Alternative Assessment (GAA). Training/experience in autism preferred.

4. Physical Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans that reflect accommodations, modification and IEP driven attributes.
• Demonstrates the ability to complete timely and accurate documents to include progress monitoring data, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans, and individualized education plans.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, IEP goal progress monitoring, etc).
• Acts as Case Manager for an assigned group of students to track, schedule and ensure completion of relevant paperwork, supporting and meeting student needs and conducting IEP meetings for legal compliance and student growth.
• Implements positive behavior intervention strategies and emergency behavior interventions for students with autism.
• Intervenes in emergency situations involving aggressive or uncontrolled behavior of students.
• Understands and implements IDEA driven compliance timelines.
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.
• Instructs students through the use of a variety of teaching strategies, differentiation, and application of unique learning and behavioral practices.
• Demonstrates an understanding of inclusive programming and instruction in the regular education setting and direct instruction in the pull out setting.
• Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by school and assigned program (may include but are not limited to: Individual or group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co‑teaching, writing lesson plans, telephone conferencing and instruction, Parent Learning Opportunities).
• Demonstrates the ability to complete the Georgia Alternative Assessment.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; follows professional ethics in all work related activities.
• Provides instruction that is appropriate; communicates responsibly with all individuals and groups; assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities; maintains plans according to policies and/or directives; promotes the responsible use of materials and equipment; submits accurate paperwork on schedule; prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; takes all reasonable measures to protect students’ health and safety.
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Meets certification and accreditation standards.
• Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kevin Shirley , Applicant Tracking Specialist
• Muscogee County Public Education Center
• Email: [e-mail]

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