Teacher; Blind​/Deaf -Music; Early Childhood

Music Teacher

The Georgia Department of Education – Georgia Academy for the Blind is recruiting for a Music Teacher. Under general supervision, provide support and assistance to the Georgia Academy for the Blind, including support for assessment and treatment for persons with hearing loss.

Responsibilities include:

• The Georgia Academy for the Blind is accepting applications for Special Education teachers for 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.
• Plan and deliver music lessons aligned with state and school curriculum standards.
• Teach students fundamental music skills, including rhythm, melody, harmony, and music theory.
• Provide instruction in vocal and/or instrumental music.
• Encourage creativity, self-expression, and appreciation for different styles of music.
• Prepare students for performances, concerts, and school events.
• Maintain classroom management and a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and staff to support school programs and activities.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback to students and parents.
• Maintain music equipment, instruments, and instructional materials.

This position will teach visually impaired/multi-disabled students in Early Childhood (P-5), Middle Schools (4-8), or High School.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Visually Impaired (K-12)
• Background in visual disabilities, intellectual disability, 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

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 know about Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC) and have a basic understanding of the use of computer technology for multi-disabled learners.

Salary based on years of experience and certification. Teachers are paid on a GaDOE State Schools teacher Salary Schedule. This is a 10-month position paid on a 12-month basis. Salary will be based on the number of days worked.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.