Teacher - Special Education
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Detail
- Teacher
- Special Education Posted on : 05/04/2026
Job Title
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Teacher - Special Education
Job Location
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Sumter County High School
Category
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Certified
Job Description
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To provide instruction for students with disabilities that supports learning and results in decreased behavior and increase achievement.
Essential DutiesDevelops 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 (EIP) for each student on the caseload.
Address the unique needs of students in caseload, i.e., lifting and positioning moderately, intellectually disabled, orthopedically impaired, severely and profoundly disabled students or signing for deaf/hard of hearing students
Administers evaluations of student progress on an on-going basis and maintains appropriate records
Follows due process procedures for all referred and eligible students with disabilities
Meets expectations according to the general education teacher job description
Additional ResponsibilitiesWorks with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's education program
Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending 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
Minimum QualificationsEducation Level
Bachelor's Degree
Certification/LicensingValid Georgia Teacher Certification for area of specialization required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Proven communication and instructional strategies
- Classroom managements skills
- 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
Classroom environment
Physical Demands:- Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
- May require stooping or crouching
- May have to diaper, catheterize, lift, position, tube feed, and assist with eating and toileting
Qualification Required
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GaPSC Certification - HOLD or Eligible for
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