Special Education Teacher in Thomson GA

Job Description

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education, active Special Education Teacher license and minimum 1+ years Special Education Teacher experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

This full-time special education teaching opportunity is based in the Thomson, GA area, supporting a 5th-grade student with unique academic and behavioral needs. The position requires a dedicated, experienced educator who holds a valid Georgia teaching certification (GaPSC) and Elementary Special Education Certification. The role offers a structured environment for a high-functioning, verbal student exhibiting significant physical aggression, requiring individualized behavioral support alongside academic guidance, primarily in reading.

• Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate (GaPSC) and Elementary Special Education Certification (required)
• Experience working with students who display aggressive physical behaviors
• Strong background in providing structured academic and behavioral support
• Ability to collaborate closely with para educators and other school staff
• Reliable transportation and commitment to on-site work

• Full-time position located at a school in Thomson, GA
• Normal hours:
  Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week

• Deliver personalized instruction tailored to the academic and behavioral needs of a 5th-grade student
• Implement behavior intervention strategies to reduce aggression while promoting positive classroom engagement
• Partner with a dedicated para educator to support the student's progress and safety
• Participate in training sessions, including restraint training provided by the district
• Maintain thorough documentation of student progress and communicate effectively with the educational team

• Structured, supportive work environment with resources to assist challenging behaviors
• Collaboration with committed staff focused on student success
• District-provided training opportunities pertinent to managing physical aggression

This contract position is available immediately through May 20, 2026. Interested candidates are required to provide proof of current Georgia teaching certification and elementary special education certification. Apply if you have specialized experience managing behavioral challenges in educational settings and want to make a measurable impact on a students academic journey.

To apply, submit your credentials and highlights showcasing your special education expertise and experience with behavioral support. This is an on-site role demanding a committed, hands‑on educator prepared to support a student with significant needs.