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.
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