Special Education Teacher Jobs in Georgia

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Special Education Teacher (CBI) - CLMS

  • Newton County Schools
  • Covington, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 22 hours ago

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER REPORTS TO : Principal / Assistant Principal MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor degree in Education or related field with valid Georgia teaching certificate....

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Special Education Teacher - Adaptive PE

  • Clayton County Public Schools
  • Morrow, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Morrow, GA
  • 22 hours ago

Prepares lesson plans in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and the functional abilities or needs of students....

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Special Education Teacher - Autism (Adapted Curriculum)

  • Clayton County Public Schools
  • Hampton, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hampton, GA
  • 22 hours ago

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate education field, preferably an area of Special Education or General Education with a teaching certificate in an area of Special Education....

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TLC Special Ed. Teacher

  • Bulloch County Schools
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 days ago

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER DEPARTMENT: Name of school TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 days SALARY: Based on Bulloch County Schools salary/supplement schedule FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal or designee...

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Special Education Teacher (Math) - LiMS

  • Liberty Middle School
  • Covington, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 25 days ago

Ensure full implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP's) for caseload students, including but not limited to, implementation of accommodations, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP's) and...

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Special Education Teacher - ICMS

  • Indian Creek Middle School
  • Covington, GA
  • 29 days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 29 days ago

Ensure full implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP's) for caseload students, including but not limited to, implementation of accommodations, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP's) and...

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Special Education Teacher

  • Sand Hills GNETS - Thomson
  • Thomson, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Thomson, GA
  • 30+ days ago

, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and support to students with disabilities and works in collaboration with the general education teacher....

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Special Education Teacher (Behavior Support)

  • T.W. Josey High
  • Augusta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Special Education Teacher (Behavior Support) Richmond County (GA) T.W....

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26-27 High School Special Education Teacher

  • Morgan County High School
  • Madison, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, GA
  • 30+ days ago

26-27 High School Special Education Teacher Morgan County Charter School System Morgan County High School - Madison, Georgia This job is also posted in Morgan County Charter Schools Job Details Job...

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High School Special Education Teacher-Adaptive Curriculum

  • Meriwether County Schools
  • Greenville, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, GA
  • 30+ days ago

This position is for a full- time High School Special Education-Adaptive Curriculum Teacher....

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Special Education Teacher of Visually Impaired Students (900002115)

  • Marietta City Schools
  • Marietta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Submits to the Principal and/or Director of Special Education complete, accurate, and timely IEPs and other necessary data and reports as required (i.e., lesson plans tied to GPS standards, placement...

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Special Education Teacher (Science) - LiMS

  • Liberty Middle School
  • Covington, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Ensure full implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP's) for caseload students, including but not limited to, implementation of accommodations, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP's) and...

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Special Education Teacher

  • Bulloch County Schools
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 30+ days ago

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER DEPARTMENT: Name of school TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 days SALARY: Based on Bulloch County Schools salary/supplement schedule FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal or designee...

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High School-Special Education Science Teacher

  • City Schools of Decatur
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Develops, implements, monitors, and reviews the all special education required documents including, but not limited to Individualized Education Program (IEP), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs...

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High School Special Education Social Studies Teacher

  • City Schools of Decatur
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Develops, implements, monitors, and reviews the all special education required documents including, but not limited to Individualized Education Program (IEP), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Georgia offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
Doctorate Degree
16.5%
High School or GED
5.2%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers in Georgia
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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