High School Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Shape the Future. Teach with GCPS.

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 or eligibility through GaPSC provisional certification (completed Ethics 351 & Content Area GACE)
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from a GaPSC-approved college or university
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or classroom experience highly preferred
• 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
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, and dental coverage
• 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:
• Mentorship for novice teachers through 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.