Teacher - ESE IRR - Social Studies (2026-2027 SY), McDonough High

Henry County Schools•McDonough, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher specializing in Social Studies for the 2026-2027 school year at McDonough High School. The teacher will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering effective lesson plans and instructional materials to facilitate active learning for students with exceptional needs. This role involves managing the entire Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, from initiation to implementation and monitoring, and collaborating closely with parents, general education teachers, and related services staff to ensure student success. The teacher will utilize research-based practices, data-driven strategies, and appropriate assessments to support student achievement and progress, while adhering strictly to all district and state regulations regarding special education.

Requirements

Hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator Certificate or meet the district's professional qualifications.
Ability to maintain highly confidential information professionally.
Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community.
Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
Must abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
As assigned, must be able to meet the unique needs of students with severe disabilities, i.e. lifting, feeding, toileting, as appropriate.
Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Demonstrate knowledge of the eligibility process and assist with its initiation to completion.
Develop, implement, monitor, and regularly review the Individual Education Program (IEP) and Individual Learning Plan (ILP) of each student on the caseload.
Work with parents/guardians in all aspects of their child’s educational program.
Compile, maintain, and submit accurate paperwork within designated timelines.
Collaborate with the general education teacher and/or Related Services Staff to provide special education services that maximize student achievement.
Maintain lesson plans according to policies and/or directives.
Deliver specialized instruction to students according to their IEPs and Individual Learning Plans, utilizing research-based practices.
Develop and implement data-driven behavior management strategies, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Utilize formative and summative assessments and collect data on student achievement and progress toward mastery of IEP goals and objectives.
Report student progress to parents/guardians on a regular basis.
Ensure all due process procedural safeguards are afforded to students and their parents/guardians.
Adhere to district special education policies and procedures and federal regulations/state rules.
Serve as a resource to general education teachers who teach students with disabilities.
Maintain prompt and professional communication with parents.
Participate in district, school, department, and parent meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.