Certified English Teacher (6 - 12)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Seeking Full Time Certified English Teacher for 2026-2027

Starting Salary: $59,149/year + Additional Compensation for higher certification levels

Schedule: M-F 8-5pm

As a Devereux special education teacher, you will work with other dedicated education professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:

-Greater autonomy and flexibility with teaching plans
-Classrooms equipped with Interactive Boards and educational learning supplies.

-Assignment of direct support professional to you classroom to help maintain the physical, emotional well-being and safety of all students.

-Unique programs that go beyond basic academic curriculum, such as: art therapy, animal care therapy, yoga, drama, life-skills and more.
-Best available, highest quality, low-cost benefit options – learn more at benefits.devereux.org.

DEVEREUX GEORGIA GRACE'S PLACE

We are excited about our new campus! Due to Devereux Georgia's history of success in treating victimized individuals, the state has chosen to use Devereux for their newly approved treatment program. The 24-bed program is a Child Caring Institution (Group Home) for victimized youths between the ages of 12 and 17.

Job Summary:

• Instructs assigned clients through development of a structured classroom environment that will promote intellectual, emotional and social growth.
• Plans and implements instructional programs for clients with emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Plan and implement educational instruction and services in accordance with GA Dept of Education and as required by each student's Individual Education Program (IEP)

• Devereux Ackerman Academy – Gwinnett follow the district and state curriculum. Teachers have access to Gwinnett County Public School’s platform.
• Number of students in class are based on Census. The facility has a capacity of 24 and students are grouped as described above. Currently, there are 17 students distributed between 2 class rotations.
• We follow Gwinnett County curriculum and Georgia Standards of Excellence which are grade and subject specific.

Modified School Schedule:

Teachers follow a modified district calendar. Our teachers work additional days during Fall and Winter Breaks, as well as 15 days during May/June for Summer Enrichment. One note of difference is during inclement weather, our staff are expected to report to work (keeping in mind safety), while some districts may have either Virtual Learning or School Closure. These are a few of the nuances of being a certified teacher for Devereux. We hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have additional questions.

Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment! Learn more here.

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Responsibilities

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Must be 21+
• Valid Drivers License
• Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred.
• Georgia Teaching certification: English certification 6-12, Special Education Teaching Certification SPED preferred
• Two (2) years teaching experience preferred

Schedule:

• Initial new hire paid training: 2 weeks M-F, 8:30a - 5:30p located in Kennesaw, GA
• Post training: School located in Lawrenceville, M-F 8-5p

Devereux conducts a very thorough background check process to ensure the safety of the children in our care.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.