Impactful Special Education Teacher — GA PTO

Special Education Teacher Opportunities

Location: McDonough, GA 30253

Schedule: Full-time, school-based

Employment Type: Contract

Pay Rate: Starting at $40/hour (with potential for higher compensation based on experience)

Birch Agency is actively seeking passionate and dedicated Special Education Teachers for 15+ immediate openings throughout the McDonough, Georgia area. These opportunities span Preschool through 12th Grade and offer a variety of instructional settings, allowing educators to find a position that best matches their experience and interests. Openings are available in elementary, middle, high school, and alternative education settings serving students with diverse learning, behavioral, developmental, and intellectual disabilities.

• Autism Classroom (Kindergarten–2nd Grade)
• Special Needs Kindergarten
• Special Needs Preschool
• Moderate Intellectual Disability Classroom (Adaptive/Alternate Curriculum)
• Inter-related Classrooms (General Curriculum)

• Inter-related Math Teacher
• Inter-related English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

• Inter-related Teacher
• Inter-related Math/Science Teacher
• Inter-related Social Studies Teacher
• Inter-related English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher
• Severe/Profound Intellectual Disability Classroom (Adaptive/Alternate Curriculum)
• Alternative School Inter-related Teacher

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on each student's unique educational needs.
• Deliver differentiated instruction using evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Provide instruction within self-contained, inter-related, adaptive/alternate curriculum, autism support, or inclusive classroom settings depending on assignment.
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student success.
• Adapt curriculum materials, instructional methods, and assessments to support diverse learners.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, therapists, related service providers, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Foster a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that encourages academic achievement, independence, and social-emotional growth.

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field preferred.
• Active Georgia Special Education teaching certification required (or eligibility to obtain certification).
• Experience working with students with autism, intellectual disabilities, behavioral needs, or learning disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of IEP development, differentiated instruction, classroom management, and special education compliance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• School-based settings serving students from Preschool through 12th Grade.
• Opportunities available in elementary, middle school, high school, and alternative education programs.
• Variety of classroom models including autism support, inter-related, adaptive/alternate curriculum, special needs preschool and kindergarten, and intellectual disability programs.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary teams committed to helping students achieve academic, behavioral, and social success.

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $40/hour
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing recruiter support throughout your assignment

If you're a passionate Special Education Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students in the McDonough, Georgia area, Birch Agency would love to connect with you. With 15+ openings across multiple grade levels and instructional settings, we're confident we can help you find an opportunity that aligns with your experience, strengths, and career goals.