Special Education Teacher (K-8)

The DuBois Integrity STEM Academy’s (DIA) academic program has two pillars that support substantial achievement improvement:  STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) combined with Blended Learning.  We use theme-based, interdisciplinary, integrated curricula to facilitate instruction and learning. A combination of tightly-controlled behavioral studies and groundbreaking neurological research supports theme-based education as a means to improve the opportunities for success for all learners.

 DIA is searching for K-8 Special Education Teachers for the 2025-2026 school year.

Under the direction of the Special Education Director, the Special Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for scholars with disabilities in a variety of educational settings.  The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for scholars with disabilities, such that the scholars benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supplied with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports. 

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching a rigorous curriculum which combines the school's standards, Georgia Core standards and national standards.
• Teaching students in a high-quality, excellent and exciting way.
• Committing to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers.
• Constantly assessing monitoring student learning progress and communicating results to families and colleagues.
• Provide individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance.
• Model the school's core values (pillars of excellence) in all communications with students, families and staff.
• Trained knowledge and proficiency with writing Individualized Educational Plans (EIP's).
• Trained knowledge and proficiency and modifications/accommodations of General Education Lesson Plans in accordance with the student's IEP goals.
• Trained knowledge and proficiency with TIER III RTI probe/assessments for students recommended for Special Education testing.

Qualifications:

Georgia Teacher Certification in Special Education T-4 or above

• Zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude and a sense of humor
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the DuBois Integrity Academy staff and professional learning community 
• Motivated to raise achievement to a high level for traditionally under-served students 
• Teaching experience strongly preferred, but not required (student teaching considered)
• Valid teacher certification in the appropriate content area (s)
• Ability to differentiate instruction and teach consistently at level DOK 3 and DOK 4
• Willingness to contact parents regarding students’ successes and concerns without belittling, arguing, or being disrespectful

 All candidates are required to complete a criminal background check. DuBois Integrity Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.