COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

NEWNAN, GEORGIA

POSITION VACANCY


DATE: October 28, 1999

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: Until Filled

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Classroom Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities are the same as for the Elementary, Middle School and High School Classroom Teachers.

Additional responsibilities are as follows: Is aware of and abides by the mandates of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Evaluates students with disabilities and gives recommendations for a prescriptive program. Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEP's) in accordance with state and federal requirements. Reviews IEP goals and objectives on a routine basis and makes appropriate changes in the student's educational program. Participates in and provides consultation to the Student Support Team (SST) and the IEP Placement committees. Confers frequently with staff members and parents regarding the educational, social, emotional and vocational status of students. Provides consultation to other staff members concerning the unique psychological profile of students with disabilities. Follows all procedural safeguards and documents adherence in an appropriate manner.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING:

Minimum Bachelors Degree from Accredited College or University and valid Georgia Teacher Certification in the appropriate field.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Successful teacher training and/or teaching experiences in the field/level to which assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and direct the implementation of a comprehensive classroom instructional program for students with disabilities. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations and competency in counseling and evaluating the needs of students with disabilities.


APPLY TO:
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
P.O. BOX 280 - NEWNAN, GA. 30264
The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.