Special Education Teacher​/General Curriculum-GNETS

Special Education Teacher

Provide leadership to effectively plan, coordinate and implement programs of instruction that ensure students opportunities to reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated. Select and present materials required in the teaching assignment within the framework of the content limitations of state and system curriculum guides. Plan a program of study that meets the individual social/emotional/academic needs, interests and abilities of assigned students.

Develop and implement classroom technology which may relate to the use of audio, video, graphics, research technologies and other tools to facilitate learning. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of Site Coordinator, Principal or designee. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Provide adequate background information and materials when substitute teacher is to assume responsibilities.

Maintain satisfactory attendance defined by system or local school handbook. Comply with all conditions stated in contract of employment. Comply with the federal, state and local Board of Education requirements for the development of educationally appropriate instruction. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and work cooperatively with all staff members in attaining school goals and objectives.

Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Attend staff, department, team, or grade level meetings and serve on staff committees, as required. Participate in the appropriate state teacher annual evaluation process. Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the Site Coordinator and building administrators.

Additional responsibilities include abiding by the mandates of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Evaluates students with disabilities and provides recommendations for a prescriptive program. Develops and implements data driven Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with state and federal requirements. Monitors progress on academic, behavioral and therapeutic IEP goals through ongoing data collection and evaluations and makes appropriate changes in the student's education program as warranted.

Develops and implements Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with integrity and fidelity. Develops and implements effective differentiated lesson plans based on the Georgia Performance Standards /Georgia Standards of Excellence, the LEAs required curricula and assessments and the GNETS Strategic Plan academic, behavioral and therapeutic requirements. Maintains Crisis Prevention and Restraint Training certification (Mindset). Provides crisis intervention and other therapeutic supports to students using Mindset techniques and protocols.

Participates in planning with other Treatment Team Members. Attend all meetings and trainings as assigned by the Site Coordinator, Principal and/or designee, and the Director of Special Education. Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information. Serves as a member of the IEP Team, PBIS Team, and Student Support Team (MTSS). Collaborates with general and special education teachers, related and secondary service providers and parents regarding the academic achievement, social/emotional learning and functional performance of assigned students.

Provides consultation to other staff members concerning the unique needs of students with disabilities and appropriate interventions. Follows all procedural safeguards and documents adherence in an appropriate manner.

Minimum of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and state required certification for Special Education General and Adapted Curriculum. Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, and direct the implementation of a comprehensive classroom instructional program for students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in counseling and evaluating students with disabilities.

Three or more years successful experience with students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders is preferred. Knowledge and experience with implementing successful classroom behavior management, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans. Experience with Infinite Campus student information system and online GOIEP platform is preferred. The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.