Summary Provides instruction for students with disabilities that supports learning and results in decreased behavior and increased student achievement Essential Duties • Develops or selects and modifies lessons and materials to meet individual student needs • Utilizes special methodology for instruction to support student progress using GPS standards • Develops, implements, monitors, and reviews the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each student on the caseload • Addresses the unique needs students in caseload, i.e., lifting and positioning moderately intellectually disabled, orthopedically impaired, severely and profoundly disabled students or signing for deaf/hard of hearing students • Administers evaluations of student progress on an on-going basis and maintains appropriate records • Follows due process procedures for all referred and eligible students with disabilities • Meets expectations according to the general education teacher job description • Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program • Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications • Uses technology to support instruction • Serves as a resource to general education faculty, administrators, and related services personnel • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator Required Education Bachelor’s Degree Certification/Licensure Valid Georgia Teacher Certification for area of specialization required Experience Qualifications 0-1 year classroom experience required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Proven communication and instructional strategies • Classroom management skills • Knowledge of IDEA and due process requirements • Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing • Excellent organizational skills • Knowledge of basic first aid methods, techniques for positioning and moving physically challenged students Working Conditions • Classroom environment Physical Demands • Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance • May have to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds • May require stooping or crouching • May have to diaper, catheterize, lift, position, tube feed, and assist with eating and toileting