Lumpkin County Schools is now accepting applications for a special education teacher. 

The teacher will be expected to provide special education services to students with disabilities in various settings and through various service models. Special Education General Curriculum certification is required, and Special Education Adapted Curriculum certification is also preferred.

• SPECIAL EDUCATION ADAPTED CURRICULUM (P-12)
• SPECIAL EDUCATION GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12)

Responsible for planning and delivering tailored instruction that addresses communication, behavioral, social, life skills, and academic goals for students with disabilities, with a focus on those on the Autism spectrum. The role also oversees program success by managing paraprofessionals, implementing and updating IEPs, and communicating effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

● Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.

● Develop and execute individual education plans (IEPs) for each student assigned to you.

● Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment, utilizing effective and evidence-based approaches to meet the unique needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

● Communicate regularly with parents, staff, and students when appropriate about progress

● Develop lesson plans appropriate for an individual student.

● Collaborate with district staff, district behavior specialist, and other appropriate staff members on the program and instruction for individual students.

● Assists willingly in the maintenance of student safety if the student engages in unsafe behaviors.

● Directs and assists willingly in hygiene maintenance/toileting of students as needed.

Lumpkin County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or handicap/disability in educational programs, activities and employment.

LCSS requires a criminal records check on all employees.

LCSS participates in EVerify.

State salary schedule commensurate with experience and certification and local supplement

Teacher Retirement, Social Security, Health and Flex Benefits