Fulton Schools·Cobb County, Georgia
The Special Education Teacher provides instruction for students with disabilities, focusing on decreasing behavior issues and increasing student achievement. They develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and modify lessons to meet individual student needs.
Summary Provides instruction for students with disabilities that supports learning and results in decreased behavior and increased student achievementEssential 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 DegreeCertification/Licensure Valid Georgia Teacher Certification for area of specialization requiredExperience Qualifications 0-1 year classroom experience requiredKnowledge/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
A Bachelor’s Degree and a valid Georgia Teacher Certification in the area of specialization are required. The position requires 0-1 year of classroom experience and knowledge of special education methodologies and regulations.
Market context
In Georgia, classroom teacher roles often draw steady interest because schools and child-focused programs need candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and classroom support requirements. This role is competitive for applicants who can show reliability, comfort with active supervision, and readiness to pass background checks; one year of child care experience is preferred, but not always required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit for the physical duties and prepare examples of working with children.