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Job Title:
Teacher (Blind/Deaf)
Agency:
Department of Education
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000004845
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) – Georgia Academy for the Blind is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction to students who are visually impaired and/or have multiple disabilities in a self-contained residential school setting.
The selected candidate will develop and implement individualized instructional programs designed to meet students’ unique educational needs. This position is responsible for assessing student progress, developing appropriate instructional materials, incorporating assistive technology, and utilizing innovative and research-based instructional strategies to support student learning and development.
The position may serve students at the Early Childhood/Elementary (P-5), Middle School (4-8), or High School level.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instruction to students who are visually impaired and/or have multiple disabilities.
- Assess and document students’ individual educational needs and academic progress.
- Develop and implement appropriate instructional plans and learning activities.
- Prepare and adapt instructional materials to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Incorporate assistive technology and appropriate accommodations into classroom instruction.
- Utilize innovative and research-based instructional strategies and practices.
- Maintain appropriate educational documentation and student records.
- Provide instruction within a self-contained classroom environment serving students with multiple disabilities.
- Support a comprehensive educational program that promotes students’ academic growth, independence, and development.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and possess one or more of the following:
- Master’s degree in visual Impairments (K-12).
- Background working with individuals with visual disabilities, cognitive disabilities, autism, behavioral disorders, orthopedic impairments, interrelated special education needs, or other sensory disabilities.
- Classroom experience working with students who are visually impaired and/or have multiple disabilities.
- Elementary or secondary academic certification.
- Experience working with visually impaired students or students with special needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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