Small Group Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

DuBois Integrity Academy•Riverdale, GA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

DuBois Integrity Academy (DIA) is hiring an Elementary Small Group Self-Contained Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. DIA STEM Academy's academic program has two pillars that support substantial improvement in achievement: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) combined with Blended Learning. We use theme-based interdisciplinary, integrated curricula to facilitate instruction and learning. This position will provide highly structured, individualized instruction to students with moderate-to-severe disabilities. Working within a specialized classroom setting, this position will focus on functional academics, behavior regulation, daily living skills, and adaptive communication to promote independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) Certification in Special Education (Adapted Curriculum or General Curriculum P-12, often preferred with a special focus on Autism or Moderate/Severe disabilities).
Criminal background check and fingerprinting.
Ability to work on-site, with frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
Ability to lift and assist students with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities, including toileting and personal care (hygiene, feeding, mobility).
Patience & Empathy: Ability to support students with intensive emotional or behavioral needs.
Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and families.
Organization: Ability to manage IEP paperwork, reports, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Special focus on Autism or Moderate/Severe disabilities

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Deliver individualized instruction in academic, social, and daily living skills in a self-contained setting.
Adapt general curriculum standards or implement functional curricula using visual supports, assistive technology, and adapted materials.
Regularly assess student progress using various tools to track IEP goal mastery and adjust instruction.
Provide direct instruction and instructional oversight to paraprofessionals working in the classroom.
Work with general education teachers, therapists (OT/PT/Speech), and parents to coordinate support services.
Ensure compliance with federal (IDEA) and Georgia state regulations (GaPSC), including maintaining accurate documentation in systems like GO IEP.
Implement positive behavioral supports and crisis intervention strategies (e.g., de-escalation).