Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Full Time Decatur, GA, US

Salary Range: $63,785.02 To $84,639.58 Annually

K-8 Campus

DeKalb Preparatory Academy | Decatur, GA

DeKalb Preparatory Academy is seeking a Lead Teacher, Special Education (LTSE) to provide instructional leadership, coaching, and compliance support for teachers serving students with disabilities. The LTSE ensures high-quality instruction, strong IEP practices, and aligned supports across the school.

Reports To: Principal K-8

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary

Schedule:

Commensurate with Experience

Work Days: 11 Month Employee
School Level: K-8

• Instructional Coaching — Support special education and general education teachers with planning, SDI, accommodations, and effective instructional practices.
• Data-Driven Support — Analyze student data to identify trends and guide instructional decisions.
• Modeling Instruction — Demonstrate effective lessons across co-taught, resource, and self-contained settings.
• Collaborative Planning — Ensure SPED teachers participate in collaborative planning and MTSS implementation.
• Professional Learning — Lead school-wide and small-group PD on instructional strategies and compliance.
• IEP & Compliance Leadership — Chair IEP meetings, support eligibility processes, and maintain required documentation.
• Family & Staff Collaboration — Partner with families, teachers, and leaders to support student success.
• School wide Support — Assist with scheduling, behavior supports, and access to the general curriculum.

• Professional Learning Expertise — Knowledge of effective PD models that improve student achievement.
• Curriculum & Instruction — Strong understanding of literacy, math, and writing best practices; curriculum guidelines; and state/district requirements.
• Assessment & Compliance — Knowledge of assessment systems, measurement tools, and special education laws/regulations.
• Behavior & Intervention — Skilled in behavior management, differentiated instruction, and intervention planning.
• Instructional Programming — Strong organizational, coaching, and instructional design skills.
• Assessment Interpretation — Ability to interpret a wide range of assessments related to intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities.
• Communication & Collaboration — Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Technology & Task Management – Ability to use relevant computer applications and manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Master's degree in special education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of special education teaching experience.
• Valid Georgia PSC certification (SRL-5, SRNL-5, PL-6 or higher).
• Strong communication, coaching, collaboration, and organizational skills.