Special Education Teacher

The Special Education Teacher serves as a core member of the instructional and student support team and reports directly to the Superintendent/Principal. This position ensures that students with disabilities receive high-quality, specially designed instruction and appropriate supports and services in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504, and Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) regulations.

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), ensuring access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment (LRE). The teacher collaborates with general education teachers, families, and related service providers to meet each student’s academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

This role supports the mission and vision of Northwest Georgia Charter Academy by promoting inclusive education, equity, and a culture of high expectations for all learners.

• Develop, implement, and revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide direct, specially designed instruction to address students’ IEP goals and objectives.
• Modify and adapt instructional methods, materials, and assessments to ensure meaningful access to the general education curriculum.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to co-plan and co-teach lessons aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE).
• Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies, technology, and accommodations to promote student engagement and progress.
• Conduct ongoing progress monitoring and maintain documentation of student growth toward IEP goals.
• Support the use of assistive technology and adaptive materials to enhance learning.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local special education requirements and school procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of IEPs, service logs, progress reports, evaluation reports, and parent communication.
• Facilitate and participate in IEP, eligibility, and review meetings with families and team members.
• Ensure service delivery and instructional practices are consistent with the IEP and LRE requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the legal rights of students with disabilities and their families.
• Support Child Find activities, referrals, and evaluations in collaboration with school leadership and the district.

• Implement evidence-based behavioral interventions and supports consistent with students’ IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Collaborate with school counselors, behavior specialists, and related service providers to design and deliver social-emotional and behavioral supports.
• Promote positive behavior, self-regulation, and student agency through proactive, restorative approaches.
• Support the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework by providing Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions and progress monitoring data.
• Supervise and train paraprofessionals assigned to support students with disabilities.

• Conduct and interpret formal and informal assessments to determine eligibility, instructional needs, and progress toward IEP goals.
• Administer required state and local assessments, including accommodations and modifications as documented in the IEP.
• Maintain accurate student data records and contribute to the school’s accountability and continuous improvement processes.
• Analyze individual, classroom, and school wide data to identify strengths, needs, and intervention priorities.

• Participate actively in grade-level, department, and special education team meetings.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, and related service providers to promote inclusion and equitable practices.
• Engage in professional learning to remain informed about changes in special education law, instructional strategies, and compliance expectations.
• Reflect on professional practice, seek feedback,…