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Position Title : Preschool Special Needs Teacher

Salary Schedule : State Based Plus Local Supplement

Department : Exceptional Students Education Program / School

Job Code : 114100

Reports To : Coordinator of ESEP

Work Schedule : 187 days / 8 hr.

Grade / Level : N / A

FLSA : Exempt

Primary Function : Ability to provide instruction, assessing and encouraging student progress. Ability to manage the learning environment, complying with state and district level regulations and policies.

Strong knowledge of assessment protocol, age-appropriate instructional techniques, curriculum and assessment measures.

Working Conditions : Physical Demands :

Classroom Environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Seeing to read a variety of materials

Sitting for extended periods of time

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Lifting a student up to a weight of 40 pounds without assistance

Perform specialized health care procedures

Qualifications :

A valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission

Must possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and / or credentials as required for the position

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Functions :

Demonstrate the ability to identify appropriate assessment measures for area of need

Demonstrate the ability to use data to develop appropriate learning targets.

Assist students in achieving academic standards and establishing high expectations for performance

Promote student engagement and provide appropriate assessments

Provide age-appropriate instructional techniques

Monitor student progress

Respond to adequate and inadequate student progress with appropriate instructional interventions

Use time efficiently

Ensure effective physical setting for instruction

Ensure appropriate student behavior in the classroom

Follow professional practices consistent with school and district policies in working with students, student records, parents, and colleagues

Ensure adherence to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, as established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission

Integrate the use of technology in the classroom and testing environment

Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and / or credential as may be required for this position

Participate in training programs and apply concepts learned

Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities

Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures

Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee

Follow professional practices consistent with school and district policies in working with students, student records, parents, and colleagues

Ensure adherence to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, as established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission

Last updated : 2024-04-21