Special Education Teacher (Adaptive

Job Detail - Special Education Teacher (Adaptive) Posted on : 06/18/2026

Special Education Teacher (Adaptive)

Valdosta High School

Certified

Position Title:

Special Education Teacher (Adaptive)

Work Days: 190 Days

Reports To:

Principal

Evaluation Tool:
GaLEADS

FLSA Status Exempt

Identify the needs of eligible students and promote academic achievement through the provision of specially designed instruction.

• Bachelor’s degree and completed state-approved educator preparation program, or have an out-of-state certificate in the area of adaptive curriculum and all academic content areas.
• Valid Georgia teaching certificate or be eligible for certification in the area of adaptive curriculum and all academic content areas relative to grade levels served, and meet the Professional Qualifications for the position.
• Previous teaching experience preferred

• Provide specially-designed instruction structured to the diverse abilities of assigned students.
• Create pathways for differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of students as individual learners
• Provide services to special education students with cognitive and developmental delays to monitor and enhance educational progress.
• Develop strategies for maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Utilize effective teaching methods and employ a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of the students.
• Guide the learning process towards state-level standards and the achievement of IEP goals and objectives.
• Integrate basic technology programs in the classroom to support teaching objectives.
• Maintain lesson plans as required by school policy and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Plan and maintain an individualized education plan (IEP) that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the student.
• Participate in interagency meetings and faculty meetings.
• Participate in IEP conferences, including behavior management plans, functional analysis of behavior, placement, and annual reviews.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports and progress monitoring data, as required.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records as required by law, VCS policy, administrative regulations, and within due process timelines.
• Serve as a member of comprehensive evaluation teams for all initial referrals to special education and all three-year reevaluation teams.
• Schedule annual reviews and develop new IEPs for all students on caseload who receive special education services.
• Facilitate communication with parents on an individual or small group basis by holding conferences, telephoning, sending written communication, etc.
• Consult with appropriate professional staff regarding the student's educational program.
• Collaborate with all speech, physical, and occupational therapy service providers as required by the IEP.
• Complete all prescribed speech, physical, and occupational therapy activities as required by the IEP.
• Proficient and effective with technology, Learning Management Systems (Google Classroom), and remote instruction.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of special transportation buses at the school campus both in the morning and afternoon as directed by the principal or the Special Education Department.
• Completes prescribed medical procedures (tube feeding, catheterization, for physically disabled students) as required by the IEP.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional learning, serve on staff committees, and attend training sessions as required.
• Follow federal laws, state laws, and School Board policies.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and take precautions to protect records, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Act in a professional manner and assume responsibility for the total school program, its safety, and good order.
• Complete and implement District Learning Plans when necessary, as directed by the Georgia Department of Education and the VCS Special Education Department.
• Perform other…