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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for fernbank in the United States is $15.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Fernbank is owned by the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and research. The museum operates as a private entity with support from public and private funding sources.

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AspectFernbankMuseum Educator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in education, history, or related fieldBachelor's degree in education, history, or related field
Work EnvironmentNatural history museum, outdoor exhibits, educational programsIndoor museum settings, classrooms, public programs
Employer & IndustryFernbank Museum of Natural History, education and cultural sectorMuseums, cultural institutions, educational organizations
Common Search & ComparisonFernbank vs Museum Educator

Both Fernbank and Museum Educator roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in museum settings. Fernbank often emphasizes outdoor and natural history programs, while Museum Educators may focus more on indoor exhibits and classroom instruction. The choice depends on whether you prefer outdoor natural history education or indoor museum teaching environments.

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Area 2 Elementary School_Teacher, Interrelated (Fernbank ES) 2026-2027

Area 2 Elementary School_Teacher, Interrelated (Fernbank ES) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

DeKalb County School District (Georgia) rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

468th of 546 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Teachers/Teacher, Interrelated
Date Posted:
5/28/2026
Location:
Fernbank Elementary
Fernbank Elementary School is seeking an Interrelated Teacher who utilizes best practices to increase student achievement. The primary responsibility is to implement, deliver, and promote high academic expectations to all students. The ideal candidate must work collaboratively with team members and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Salary Grade/Schedule: E
Salary Schedules: Click Here
The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Title: Teacher
Plan and deliver educational instruction to diverse learners, including those with special needs, in line with state and district standards, and create a safe, engaging learning environment that promotes academic success, physical fitness, and life skills for global citizenship. Perform work independently under moderate supervision, applying foundational knowledge to perform the job effectively.
Essential Job Duties:
  • Teaches grade relevant, subject matter specific, and mandated curriculum
  • Develops and implements lesson plans and activities through in-person and virtual learning to fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation, as required
  • Communicates by phone, email, or video conferencing during regular working hours to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents
  • Creates an in-person and virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
  • Uses internet and web-based technology to provide instruction and collaboration with students • Assesses, documents, and prepares reports such as achievement progress, grade and classroom performance, assessments, and attendance • Supervises and manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
  • Participates in student development and achievement-related conferences with parents, students, counselors, teachers, principal, and/or administrators, as required by the supervisor
  • Performs general instruction duties such as ordering materials, attending any meeting as required by a supervisor, and attending professional learning sessions/training
  • Directs the work of the Paraprofessional or Instructional Aide, as needed
  • Maintains prompt and regular work attendance

Special Education Teacher additional requirements:
  • Identifies educational needs and provides instruction to students with varying exceptionalities
  • Instructs students based on needs as outlined in the Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); assesses, monitors, and reports student progress and communicates with families as directed by state and federal guidance
  • Serves as the case manager for students with disabilities (e.g., prepares and maintains relevant paperwork and schedules and facilitates IEP meetings)
  • Follows the Georgia professional code of educator ethics in all work-related activities

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in the relevant educational field required.
  • Valid Professional Standards Commission approved teaching certificate in the appropriate educational field required.

Special Education:
  • Special education teachers who issue grades must hold appropriate certification in service (e.g., Special Education, Adaptive curriculum, and/or Special Education General Curriculum), content certification areas and the educator's teaching assignment must align with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved teaching certificate.

ESOL & Gifted:
  • Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved subject-specific endorsements required.

Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE):
  • Minimum education requirements based on CTAE Specializations.
  • Must pass the GACE Education Ethics Assessment
  • Minimum two (2) years of verifiable industrial work experience o Industry licensure required

Attachment(s):
  • Teacher FY26.pdf

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DeKalb County School District is Georgia's third largest school system. DeKalb Schools prepare students for college and careers through a laser focus on rigorous, relevant classroom instruction related to each child's needs. DeKalb County Schools is located to the northeast quadrant of downtown Atlanta, Georgia and has nearly 93,000 students in 140+ schools and centers. The student body is diverse with over 185+ languages and students from 155+ nations 170 nations.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Stone Mountain, GA, US

Year founded

1873

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