High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher – Georgia Connections Academy Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher position at Georgia Connections Academy is a full-time role that involves managing the instructional program, implementing research-based practices, developing curriculum, grading assignments, and fostering positive relationships with students and families. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Special Education or a related field, a valid Georgia Special Education Certification, experience teaching in a virtual classroom, strong technology skills, exceptional customer service skills, and excellent communication skills. This role requires attendance at in-person events and meetings, as well as state testing when required.
Job Description
High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher – Georgia Connections Academy
Job Category:
Teaching
Requisition Number:
HIGHS016744
ing Details
ed: April 18, 2025
Full-Time
Locations
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Hybrid
2763 Meadow Church Road
Suite 208
Duluth, GA 30097, USA Job Details
Description School Summary:
Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement. Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Position Summary and Responsibilities Working from the Duluth Office, certified teachers will utilize the Pearson Online Classroom to support and motivate students in working through their curriculum, deliver synchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, and use data to diagnose student learning needs. All GACA staff must be able to participate in monthly in-person activities, including but not limited to: School and department meetings,
Student engagement opportunities,
Required training/development,
School-level events, such as state testing and This is a 10-month, full-time position.
Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher will be responsible for: Managing the instructional program for Implementing researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance
Cultivating the students’ interest in education and development
Developing curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities
Grading assignments in a timely manner and measuring progress of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis, providing progress reports as required
Evaluating students’ progress and evaluating data to develop appropriate instructional strategies
Creating positive relationships with students through frequent contacts via phone calls, webmail, and LiveLesson
Creating positive relationships with caretakers and families through phone calls and webmail
Working collaboratively with learning team and department
Communicating effectively with all members of the school district and
Attending all in-person events and meetings, as required
Attending all state testing, as required Preferred Qualifications Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
Valid Georgia Special Education Certification and certified to teach History 6- 12 and Economics
Experience teaching in a virtual classroom
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Exceptional customer service skills with a student and family focused approach
Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Highly organized and punctual
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Team player track record
Candidate must be a competent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational processes. The ideal candidate should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate outstanding presentation and interpersonal abilities, react to change productively and be able to handle tasks as assigned
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
