2026-2027 SPECIAL ED TEACHER

Mission:  DeKalb Preparatory Academy is the diverse community where teachers, children, parents, and leaders learn together. Students cultivate knowledge and learn to think critically and act collaboratively and compassionately. Our experiential curriculum intertwines sciences, humanities, and the arts to prepare children to shape our world. We believe in our responsibility to partner with parents, creating an ideal environment in which students will have the opportunity to:

• Strive for academic excellence
• Explore a diverse curriculum
• Prepare to succeed in a global environment
• Provide service to a growing community
• Participate in character education, developing a respect for others through exemplary mentorship
• Experience cooperative educational communities in all content areas from fine arts to technology
• Develop into lifelong learners

Job Description: 

• The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Instruct students based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); assesses and monitors student progress
• Develops lesson plans; identifies instructional materials; assesses equipment needs to augment instruction; maintains student data; utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to improve student achievement in a general curriculum; and promotes positive student behavior.
• Schedules and prepares relevant paperwork; and conducts IEP meetings.
• Consults and collaborates with parents, teachers, administrators, and other professionals regarding students’ educational programming.
• Participates in departmental meetings and professional learning activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2 years of certified teaching experience
• Administrative experience preferred but not mandatory
• A valid Georgia Administration Certificate or ability to obtain
• Must pass a criminal background check, in accordance with local law/regulations

Certifications:

• Current licensure in Special Education 
• Experience with deaf and hard of hearing students preferred but not required
• Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
• Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area of choice

Benefits

• 100% employer paid health, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contribution into TRSGA retirement program for employee
• Competitive salary range
• Paid vacation/sick leave