Teacher - ESE SID/PID (2026-2027 SY), Eagle's Landing High

Henry County Schools•McDonough, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Eagle's Landing High. The teacher will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering lessons, managing student Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), collaborating with parents and staff, and ensuring compliance with district and federal regulations. The role requires a strong understanding of research-based practices, data-driven instruction, and behavior management strategies. The teacher will also serve as a resource to general education teachers and maintain professional communication with parents.

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.
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 and 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 using 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 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.