• Job Description

  Req#: 1612
  Position Type:
  Teachers and Other Certified
  
  
  Date Posted:
  5/16/2025
  
  
  Location:
  Berta Weathersbee Elementary
  
  
  Closing Date:
  Until filled
  
  
  Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  Holds a valid State of Georgia Teaching Certificate.
  Meets all certification requirements including teaching area endorsements in the State of Georgia.
  Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge, and the needs of ESE students by providing relevant learning experiences
  Plans lessons using state and local school district curriculum and standards, effective strategies, and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.
  Promotes student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content to engage students in active learning and to facilitate the students’ acquisition of key knowledge and skills.
  Chooses a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population and uses those assessments to inform instructional decisions and create a safe and engaging learning environment.
  Engages students in active learning using research-based methods, supporting individual learning differences, and utilizing diverse assessment strategies to analyze data and provide timely feedback.
  Exhibits a commitment to professional ethics and the school’s mission, participates in professional growth opportunities to support student learning, and contributes to the profession.
  Communicates effectively with students, parents or guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
  Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans that reflect accommodations, modification and IEP driven attributes.
  Demonstrates the ability to complete timely and accurate documents to include progress monitoring data, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans, and individualized education plans.
  Understands and implement IDEA driven compliance timelines.
  Fulfills other job-related duties as assigned by administrators, advising parents and/or legal guardians of student progress, and adhering to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner.
  Performs other duties as assigned by Principal or Supervisor.
  Job Title: Teacher, Exceptional Education, Self-Contained	Division: Curriculum and Instruction	CPI Code: 161
  Salary Schedule: Teacher Salary Scale	Eff Date: 11/18/24	FLSA: Exempt
  Reports to: Principal	Supervises: Students and Support staff as directed	Work Days: 190 days
  Qualifications: Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Holds a valid State of Georgia Teaching Certificate. Meets all certification requirements including teaching area endorsements in the State of Georgia.
  Performance Duties & Responsibilities: Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge, and the needs of ESE students by providing relevant learning experiences Plans lessons using state and local school district curriculum and standards, effective strategies, and data to address the differentiated needs of all students. Promotes student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content to engage students in active learning and to facilitate the students’ acquisition of key knowledge and skills. Chooses a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population and uses those assessments to inform instructional decisions and create a safe and engaging learning environment. Engages students in active learning using research-based methods, supporting individual learning differences, and utilizing diverse assessment strategies to analyze data and provide timely feedback. Exhibits a commitment to professional ethics and the school’s mission, participates in professional growth opportunities to support student learning, and contributes to the profession. Communicates effectively with students, parents or guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning. Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans that reflect accommodations, modification and IEP driven attributes. Demonstrates the ability to complete timely and accurate documents to include progress monitoring data, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans, and individualized education plans. Understands and implement IDEA driven compliance timelines. Fulfills other job-related duties as assigned by administrators, advising parents and/or legal guardians of student progress, and adhering to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner. Performs other duties as assigned by Principal or Supervisor. Other Functions: Daily attendance and punctuality are required to ensure the goals of the work unit are met.
  Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. Generally, the job requires 65% walking/standing, 25% sitting, and 10% Occasional lifting/carrying/push/pull and/or assisting students with physical needs. May involve physical tasks, such as assisting students with mobility, transferring between wheelchairs and desks, supporting students with toileting, positioning, and personal care.
  Evaluation: The Georgia Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES)
  The Troup County School System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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• About the company

  Troup County High School, originally called Troup County Comprehensive High School, is a public college-preparatory and tech-preparatory school located on Hamilton Road in LaGrange, Georgia, United States.

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