Exceptional Children Services Lead Teacher Position Available In Fayette, Georgia

FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Exceptional Children’s Services (ECS) Elementary Lead Teacher Position Description The Fayette County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION

Assigned School(s)

REPORTS TO

Executive Director of Exceptional Children Services or designee

SALARY:

Salary based on Fayette County Public School System Educator Salary Scale adjusted for days worked.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

WORK CALENDAR

190 Days

APPROVED

(Board): March 2019

REVISED:

May 2023; September 2022

SUMMARY:

Ensures compliance with IDEA, Georgia Rules and Fayette County Exceptional Children Services procedures in the schools assigned. Facilitates and provides specialized expertise in instructional and behavioral support for students with disabilities; identifies educational needs and provides classroom support for teachers of students with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance 2.Ensure students with disabilities have current and compliant Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) 3.Monitor timelines for initial evaluations and re-evaluations of students with disabilities 4.Facilitate eligibility, IEP, and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) meetings 5.Maintain budget for school-based special education funds 6.Complete and maintain federal, state, and local documentation for Full-time Equivalent (FTE) reports 7.Maintain confidentiality of records and monitor student files 8.Consult with administration regarding behavioral concerns/discipline issues for students with disabilities 9.Conduct classroom and student observations 10.Ensure that teachers and administrators have appropriate information regarding assessments and accommodations for students with disabilities 11.Disseminate information from ECS to school staff 12.Attend ECS meetings, school-based faculty meetings, and professional learning as required 13.Conduct school based professional learning and in-service activities on current trends and issues related to special education 14.Consult with RTI Coordinator regarding appropriate interventions for students with needs 15.Perform other duties as assigned and allowable by intended program

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university Valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in appropriate educational field Minimum of 3 years’ special education teaching experience Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience administering assessments and interpreting the results

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent 2023 bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Prolonged periods of standing, walking and sitting. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The employee will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission’s Code of Ethics for Educators, all Fayette County Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees. Exceptional Children’s Services (ECS) Lead Teacher