Teacher - Special Education Autism - Elementary (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

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Job Summary:

The Elementary School Autism Teacher 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 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: LTSS/STSS

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.