FLSA: Exempt

DIVISION: Leadership & Learning

PAY GRADE: CIT (4,5,6 or 7)

DEPARTMENT: Leadership & Learning

SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

WORK DAYS: 187

JOB CODE: 147

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide an appropriate educational program for eligible exceptional learners.

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Educational Level: Bachelor Degree

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Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate; Gifted-In Field and Subject Area Certification

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Experience: None

4.

Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication

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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

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Provides instruction that is appropriate, using methodology according to the population’s special needs.

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Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; communicates responsibly with all individuals and groups.

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Assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities; participates in program development activities as assigned.

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Adheres to local school/and program procedures and regulations; avoids behavior which detract from staff morale; works cooperatively with colleagues and the community.

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Maintains plans according to policies and/or directives; handles money, receipt books, and other financial records responsibly; submits accurate paperwork on schedule; follows identification procedures and maintains test security; punctual in maintaining required work schedules.

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Demonstrates responsible attendance and use of leave; prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.

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Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures by the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times.

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Is able to adjust to reassignments of schools and/or teaching responsibilities as caseloads require.

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Meets expectations according to the regular teacher job description.

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Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.

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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.