Special Education Teacher Needed 26/27 School Year

Position Title: Special Education Teacher – Medical Leave Coverage
Location: Jasper, GA
Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary Leave Coverage
Schedule: 40 hours per week, including paid lunch breaks
Start Date: August 3

Position Overview

Soliant is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to provide medical leave coverage during the Extended School Year (NSY) program. This position will support a small elementary-aged classroom within a therapeutic school environment focused on student behavioral, emotional, and social support in addition to educational programming.

This is a short-term leave coverage assignment; however, the duration is currently undetermined and there is a possibility the assignment could extend longer depending on staffing needs.

Classroom Details

• 3 elementary-aged students per classroom
• Each classroom is staffed with:
  • 1 Teacher
  • 1 Paraprofessional
• Therapeutic school setting with less emphasis on traditional academics and greater focus on behavioral and emotional support

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction and support aligned with student IEP goals
• Foster a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and related service providers
• Support students’ social-emotional and behavioral development
• Maintain appropriate documentation and communication regarding student progress
• Implement behavior support strategies and therapeutic interventions as needed

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education teaching certification preferred
• Experience working with elementary-aged students
• Experience in therapeutic, behavioral, or alternative educational settings strongly preferred
• Strong classroom management and collaboration skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

Compensation & Schedule

• Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week
• Paid lunch breaks included
• 42-47 an hour, weekly paycheck

Additional Information

This is a temporary medical leave coverage position beginning August 3. The exact duration of the assignment is currently unknown and may be subject to extension based on staffing needs.