Middle School Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you! This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Benefits Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution IRA with company matching Fingerprinting reimbursement Special Education Teacher Qualifications A valid Georgia teaching certificate in a qualifying Special Education field (typically Special Education P–12 or Special Education General Curriculum/Early Childhood Education), at a Level 4 or higher. A Special Education Visual Impairment Endorsement issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC). Special Education Teacher Responsibilities Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress Create and distribute progress reports quarterly Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students Create a safe, productive classroom environment #J-18808-Ljbffr