Secondary Area I School_Teacher, Social Studies (DeKalb School of the Arts) 2026-2027

About the role

DeKalb School of the Arts is seeking a Social Studies Teacher who utilizes best practices to increase student achievement. The primary responsibility is to implement, deliver, and promote high academic expectations to all students. The ideal candidate must work collaboratively with team members and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Plan and deliver educational instruction to diverse learners, including those with special needs, in line with state and district standards, and create a safe, engaging learning environment that promotes academic success, physical fitness, and life skills for global citizenship. Perform work independently under moderate supervision, applying foundational knowledge to perform the job effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach grade‑relevant, subject‑matter specific, and mandated curriculum.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through in‑person and virtual learning, providing written evidence of preparation as required.
• Communicate by phone, email, or video conferencing during regular working hours with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
• Create an in‑person and virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Use internet and web‑based technology to provide instruction and collaborate with students.
• Assess, document, and prepare reports such as achievement progress, grade and classroom performance, assessments, and attendance.
• Supervise and manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Participate in student development and achievement‑related conferences with parents, students, counselors, teachers, principal, and/or administrators as required.
• Perform general instruction duties such as ordering materials, attending required meetings, and attending professional learning sessions/training.
• Direct the work of the paraprofessional or instructional aide, as needed.
• Maintain prompt and regular work attendance.
• Identify educational needs and provide instruction to students with varying exceptionalities.
• Instruct students based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); assess, monitor, and report student progress and communicate with families per state and federal guidance.
• Serve as the case manager for students with disabilities, preparing and maintaining relevant paperwork, scheduling, and facilitating IEP meetings.

Requirements

• Follow the Georgia professional code of educator ethics in all work‑related activities.
• Pass the GACE Education Ethics Assessment.
• Minimum two (2) years of verifiable industrial work experience; industry licensure required (for CTAE specializations).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved accredited college or university in the relevant educational field.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved teaching certificate in the appropriate educational field.
• For special education teachers who issue grades: appropriate certification in service (e.g., Special Education, Adaptive Curriculum, and/or Special Education General Curriculum) and content certification areas aligned with the teaching assignment.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved subject‑specific endorsements for ESOL & Gifted.
• Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) minimum education requirements based on CTAE specializations.

Pay

Salary Grade: E. Salary schedules are available via the provided link.