Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 2418 Wood Trail Lane, Decatur, GA 30033 $60,000

• $90,000 a year
• Full-time International Community School 75 reviews $60,000
• $90,000 a year
• Full-time Special Education Teacher (K-5)
• Salary

NEGOTIABLE

depending on education and experience Make a difference with ICS! The International Community School (ICS) is a public charter school in DeKalb County, Georgia serving students in grades

K-5. ICS

was strategically designed in 2002 to bring together refugee, immigrant and local children in an academically challenging and nurturing environment. Today, the school serves 500 students annually representing more than 60 nationalities and speaking 31 languages. We understand that each member of our community (staff, family, and student) is unique and essential to our life together.

Job Summary:

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for providing dynamic classroom instruction to students with specific learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, autism, other health impairments, and emotional and behavioral disorders. The Special Education Teacher will also serve as a case manager for students who receive special education services. As the case manager, SPED Teacher will assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate throughout the continuum of services under the direction of the leadership team.

Position Begins:

August 2025•

Immediately Essential Duties:

Teach content and skills in all subject areas utilizing curriculum designated by ICS through the Georgia Standards of Excellence along with the effective implementation of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) Develop lesson plans; identify instructional materials; asses equipment needs to augment instruction; maintain student data; utilize a variety of instructional strategies to improve student achievement in a general curriculum; and promote positive student behavior Evaluate academic and social growth of students (pre-post tests), analyze data, prepare report cards, keep appropriate records (to include attendance reports, checklists, and other recordkeeping activities) as necessary Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive, and safe classroom environment Instruct students based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); assess and monitor student Schedule and prepare relevant paperwork; conduct IEP meetings Consult and collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, and other professionals regarding students' educational programming Participate in professional development, staff meetings, collaborative planning, home visits, and school-wide initiatives to enhance student learning and instructional effectiveness. Participate in staff meetings and support student activities (i.e. IB Exhibition, Drama, and Photography Club) Administer mandated tests in accordance with the testing department of ICS and the DeKalb County School District Develop a multicultural learning community that emphasizes respect Engage with the community and work with translators and social service providers to help ensure a continuum of support between the home and school Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with Special Education Certification (P-5) from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Preferable to also have experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) and/or inquiry-based learning. Apply Now! We look forward to working with you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00

• $90,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person