Special Education Teacher

Qualifications

Special education certification issued by the GaPSC
Ability to work with administrators, faculty and staff, students, parents/guardians and the general public
Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned
Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Job Goal

To provide the appropriate instruction for all students assigned to them to maximize the potential of these students.

Performance Responsibilities

• Follow professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, student records, parents, and colleagues
• Facilitate home-school communication by holding conferences, telephoning and sending written communications
• Maintain confidentiality of students and students' records
• Work cooperatively with school administrators, special support personnel, colleagues, and parents
• Comply with school, system, and state administrative regulations and Board of Education policies
• Conduct assigned classes at the times scheduled
• Enforce regulations concerning student conduct and discipline
• Provide adequate information, plans, and materials for a substitute teacher
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and files reports promptly
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy
• Demonstrate professional practices in teaching and models correct grammar and usage
• Demonstrate accurate and up to date knowledge of content
• Implement designated curriculum and ensure students receive all services assigned
• Maintain lesson plans as required by school policy
• Protect records, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assume responsibility for supervising student in out of class settings
• Attend all meetings concerning their students and follow Due Process procedures
• Demonstrate prompt and in person attendance
• Follows the Georgia Professional Standards for Educators