Georgia Connections Academy - High School Special Education Teacher, 2023-2024 School Year

School Summary

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades 5-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from our office in Duluth, Georgia, or from your home in Georgia, the High School Special Education Teacher will “virtually” manage instructional programs for students with special needs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. The Special Education Teacher will participate in all steps of the IEP process. They will work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations. The Special Education Teacher will utilize technology to deliver virtual instruction.

The High School Special Education Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Develop, write and help implement IEPs;
• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences;
• Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for students requiring such services;
• Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students;
• Provide direct services to students including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed;
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to insure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP; and
• Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues;
• Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed;
• Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs;
• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students;

Requirements

• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
• Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
• Team player track record
• High degree of flexibility
• Valid Georgia Special Education certification
• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
• Customer focused approach
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment

Want to know more? Please watch our new On Demand Teacher Information Session and join us for a Q&A session held every other Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. We hope to see you there!

Eligible New Hires will receive a $5,000 gross sign-on bonus if still employed and active at 90 days after hire date.