Deaf Education Teacher (Special Education- DHH)

Gwinnett County Public Schools; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

TRS pension

GRS retirement plan

Employee discounts

Mentor Gwinnett

Professional development

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a passionate Special Education: Deaf Education teacher to inspire excellence and grow careers within Georgia’s largest school district. The role requires a Georgia teaching certificate (or GaPSC provisional eligibility) and ASL proficiency to support diverse learners and strong collaboration with families and staff.

GCPS offers competitive salaries aligned with experience, robust retirement plans, and ample professional development opportunities to

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia teaching certificate in Deaf Education or eligibility with GaPSC provisional certification in DHH
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• ASL proficiency
• Strong knowledge of AKS, instructional practices, technology, diagnostic assessment, IDEIA, and differentiated instruction
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, collaboration, classroom management, and building relationships with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, and other stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

ASL proficiency

Special Education

Communication and collaboration

Diagnostic assessment techniques

IDEIA knowledge

Differentiated instruction and assessment

Job description

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), Georgia’s largest school district, serves more than 180,000 students across 140+ schools. We are seeking passionate, student-centered educators who want to inspire excellence in the classroom and grow their careers in a nationally recognized district.

Who We Are

GCPS is a diverse, award-winning district committed to providing an excellent and equitable education for every student. We believe in investing in our teachers because when educators thrive, students thrive. Our schools are collaborative communities where teachers are valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference.

What You’ll Need

• Valid Georgia teaching certificate in Special Education: Deaf Education and or eligibility through GaPSC provisional certification with current enrollment in a DHH program
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from a GaPSC-approved college or university
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Strong knowledge of GCPS Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS), instructional practices, instructional technology, teaching strategies, diagnostic assessment techniques, IDEIA requirements, and differentiated instruction and assessment strategies
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, collaboration, classroom management, and building effective relationships with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, and other stakeholders

Why Choose GCPS

• Competitive salaries aligned with your experience and credentials
• Robust retirement plans, including a 403(b), TRS pension, and district-funded GRS retirement plan
• Employee discount programs through GCPS Foundation partners
• Professional development and career growth opportunities such as:
• Mentor Gwinnett
• Accessible, job-embedded professional learning
• Advancement pathways like the Quality-Plus Leader Academy
• Collaboration with regionally and nationally recognized educators
• Recognition through programs such as Teacher of the Year

Join Our Team

When you join GCPS, you’re joining a district that values its teachers, invests in their growth, and celebrates their success. Be part of a community where your work matters and your career can flourish.

Apply today to join GCPS and inspire the next generation.