Lead Teacher, Middle School Special Education (2027-2028)

Ethos Classical; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Classical is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality, standards-aligned instruction for middle school scholars with IEPs. The role emphasizes access to grade-level curriculum with targeted accommodations and collaboration with families and the Student Support team.

The role may serve grades 5-6 or 7-8 in ELA or Math, with duties including IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and ongoing professional development within a supportive school culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Special Education certification or eligibility for certification (preferred or required depending on role).
• Experience supporting scholars with IEPs through differentiated instruction and small-group teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to guide instruction and intervention.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned to scholars’ IEP goals while supporting access to grade-level curriculum.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and progress monitoring outlined in scholars’ IEPs.
• Use assessment data to plan targeted instruction, small-group interventions, and skill development.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, instructional leaders, and the MTSS team to ensure coordinated support for scholars.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong family partnerships through consistent communication and updates on scholar progress.
• Maintain high expectations for scholar behavior, engagement, and academic growth.
• Participate in IEP meetings, planning meetings, professional development, and school traditions.

Skills

IEP Instruction

Differentiated Instruction

Small-Group Teaching

Data-Driven Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Role Summary
The Special Education Teacher provides high-quality, standards-aligned instruction and specialized support to middle school scholars with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This educator ensures scholars access grade-level curriculum while receiving the targeted instruction and accommodations needed to grow academically and socially. The Special Education Teacher works closely with general education teachers, families, and the Student Support team to ensure every scholar experiences a joyful, structured classroom grounded in Ethos Classical values.

Role will either serve grades 5-6 or 7-8 in ELA or Math.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned to scholars’ IEP goals while supporting access to grade-level curriculum.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and progress monitoring outlined in scholars’ IEPs.
• Use assessment data to plan targeted instruction, small-group interventions, and skill development.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, instructional leaders, and the MTSS team to ensure coordinated support for scholars.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong family partnerships through consistent communication and updates on scholar progress.
• Maintain high expectations for scholar behavior, engagement, and academic growth.
• Participate in IEP meetings, planning meetings, professional development, and school traditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Special Education certification or eligibility for certification (preferred or required depending on role).
• Experience supporting scholars with IEPs through differentiated instruction and small-group teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to guide instruction and intervention.

Work Demands

Schedule: 7:15 am - 3:45 pm, Monday through Friday.

WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

As an equal opportunity employer, Ethos Classical is committed to hiring without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.