Special Education Teacher for Blind/Deaf Students

About the role

The Georgia Department of Education is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to work with blind, deaf, and multi‑disabled students in a residential school setting. The role involves delivering a comprehensive educational program tailored to visually impaired learners across early childhood, middle, and high school levels.

Key responsibilities

• Assess and document each student’s educational needs to create individualized instructional plans.
• Develop and adapt instructional materials and curricula for visually impaired and multi‑disabled learners.
• Integrate assistive technology and innovative, research‑based teaching techniques into daily classroom activities.
• Teach students in Early Childhood (P‑5), Middle School (4‑8), or High School settings.

Required profile

• Georgia Teacher Certificate (or eligibility) in Special Education Adaptive Curriculum and Special Education for the Visually Impaired.
• Knowledge of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC) systems.
• Basic understanding of computer technology for multi‑disabled learners.

Required skills

• Assistive technology proficiency
• Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC) knowledge
• Computer technology for special‑needs education