What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Elementary School Autism/SELS (Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026) position at Paulding County Schools?
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Job Summary:
The Teacher - Elementary School Autism/SELS - is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Autism Teacher
Salary Schedule: State Based Plus Local Supplement
Department: Exceptional Students Education Program/School
Job Code: 116700
Reports To: Principal and Coordinator of ESEP
Work Schedule: 188 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.
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
Qualifications:
A valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission.
- Special Education General Curriculum or Special Education Adaptive Curriculum, depending on assignment
- Appropriate content area(s)
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:
Complete designated follow-up procedures for students referred for special education services
Develop, implement, monitor, and annually review the Individual Education Program (I.E.P.) of each eligible student on the caseload
Work with parents in all aspects of their child's educational program
Supervise paraprofessionals assigned to provide support to selected students in resource, self-contained and/or regular class settings
Compile, maintain and submit all required reports in a timely manner
Provide educational services according to the guidelines of the program and through the established delivery model for service
Assure that all due process procedural safeguards are afforded students and their parents
Use special methodology for instruction, according to the population needs
Implement assistive technology as indicated according to IEP
Effectively utilize available technology in the development of the IEP and related documents
Use carefully designed behavior management strategies, as indicated
Administer on an on-going basis evaluations of student progress toward mastery of established goals and objectives, and report progress to parents
Serve as a resource to the regular education teachers who teach mainstreamed exceptional students
Perform special duties required for meeting the unique needs of specific populations including but not limited to lifting physically handicapped students
Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credentials as may be required for this position
Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to assignment
Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities
Ensure confidentiality of student information
Ensure adherence to safety procedures
Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies
Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
- Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
