Special Education Teacher
Company: Liberty Classical Schools
Location: Canton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER FULL TIME FY
2026-2027 Canton, GA Cherokee Classical Academy seeks Special
Education Teachers for grade levels Kindergarten through 7th grade.
Teachers are responsible for the education of their students. They
are expected to demonstrate high moral character and have mastery
of the subjects they teach. Teachers will work collaboratively to
create a working and learning environment for all students that is
safe, secure, and respectful. This position would report to the
Special Education Lead Teacher on Cherokee Classical Academy’s
Cherokee County campus. This position starts July 2026. The
responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the
following: Adhere to the school’s mission and the principles of
classical education. Plan, organize, and implement content-focused,
differentiated lessons for students across multiple grade levels.
Develop, implement, and update Individualized Education Programs
(IEPs) under the direction of the SELT Collaborate with
classroom/content teachers and support the SELT in matters
pertaining to Special Education Maintaining high expectations for
both academics and behavior through a commitment to schoolwide
policies and procedures and the classical model Develop and
maintain a climate and culture of joy, order, and wonder in the
classroom, managing student misconduct promptly and appropriately
Engage professionally and charitably with students, parents, other
faculty, and staff Model good judgment, prudence, virtue,
self-discipline, and responsibility Engage in professional
development to deepen understanding of subject content and
classical pedagogy Use appropriate technology in teaching and
learning processes, record keeping, assessment, evaluation, and
performance analysis Qualified candidates will meet the following
requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in a related field from a fully
accredited college is required. Per state guidance, Special
Education Teachers must possess the following qualifications: Valid
Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in
appropriate educational field at level T-4 or above Valid
Professional Standards Commission approved subject-specific
endorsements Willingness and ability to obtain proper certification
through a GaPSC-approved educator preparation program, including
passing relevant assessments, while working under a provisional
license. Previous experience in classical education is preferred
but not required. Candidates should possess excellent written and
oral communication skills. Strong candidates will support the
school’s Mission: to develop students in mind and character through
a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes the principles
of virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility.
They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: to be a nationally
regarded K-12 classical school and serve as a local and national
incubator for growth and promotion of classical education. And they
will embody the school’s organizational values. We value the tenets
of classical, liberal arts education; community and partnership in
the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens;
excellence in teaching and learning; the virtues we aim to teach
our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, humility, perseverance,
self-government, and service. Why Cherokee Classical Academy?
Full-time, benefits-eligible employees are offered the following:
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options Long-term
and Short-term disability Life insurance Participation in the
Teachers Retirement System of GA for eligible positions
Professional Development Opportunities Priority enrollment for
children in the school About Cherokee Classical Academy: Cherokee
Classical Academy (CCA) is a tuition-free public charter school
that opened in 2025 in Canton, GA. CCA is open to grades K-7 for
the 2026-2027 school year and will continue to add a grade each
year until reaching a full K-12 configuration. Families who reside
in the counties of Cherokee, Cobb, Bartow, Fulton, Pickens,
Paulding, and the cities of Marietta, Cartersville, and Atlanta are
eligible to apply for enrollment. No entrance testing is required.
CCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender,
disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or
ethnic origin. CCA is an equal opportunity employer. Interested
candidates should apply via the school’s career site. Candidates
must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and contact
information for three character references to their application.
For faculty positions, please attach a 300-500 word “statement of
educational philosophy.” Cherokee Classical Academy | 2126 Sixes
Rd, Canton, GA| cherokeeclassicalacademy.org
Keywords: Liberty Classical Schools, Warner Robins , Special Education Teacher, Education / Teaching , Canton, Georgia
