Teacher - ESE IRR (2026-2027 SY), Fairview Elementary

Henry County Schools•Stockbridge, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Exceptional Student Education Teacher plans and delivers instruction for students with disabilities and manages the educational programs of students on their caseload. The teacher develops, implements, monitors, and reviews each student’s Individual Education Program (IEP) and Individual Learning Plan (ILP), provides specialized instruction aligned with those plans, and tracks and reports student progress. The role includes supporting eligibility processes, coordinating with families and school staff, maintaining accurate records and lesson plans, and following district, state, and federal special education requirements. The teacher develops data-driven behavior management strategies, including Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans, as needed. The position also requires protecting confidential information, communicating professionally with parents and guardians, participating in meetings, and supervising students, including during emergencies. The teacher must be able to work at the physical worksite and perform the listed physical activities and, when assigned, meet the care needs of students with severe disabilities.

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 a strong professional reputation.
Abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
Be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
Ability to perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
Ability to perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
As assigned, ability to meet the unique needs of students with severe disabilities, including lifting, feeding, and toileting, as appropriate.
Ability to consistently and properly supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communication abilities are essential to performing the 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 initiating and completing eligibility and IEP processes.
Develop, implement, monitor, and regularly review the IEP and ILP for each student on the caseload.
Work with parents and guardians in all aspects of their child’s educational program.
Compile, maintain, and submit accurate paperwork within designated timelines.
Collaborate with general education teachers and related services staff to provide special education services that maximize student achievement through established service delivery models.
Maintain lesson plans according to policies and directives.
Deliver specialized instruction using research-based practices and in accordance with students’ IEPs and ILPs.
Develop and implement data-driven behavior management strategies, including Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans, based on student needs.
Use formative and summative assessments, collect data on achievement and progress toward IEP goals and objectives, and regularly report progress to parents and guardians.
Ensure students and their parents or guardians receive due process procedural safeguards.
Follow district special education policies and procedures, federal regulations, and 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.