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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual school teacher in Decatur, GA is $45,487.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,700.00 and $55,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Virtual school teachers are educators who deliver instruction to students through online platforms rather than in traditional classroom settings. They create lesson plans, teach classes, assess student progress, and provide support using digital tools like video conferencing, discussion boards, and educational software. Virtual school teachers must be comfortable with technology and adapt their teaching methods to engage students remotely. They often work for public or private online schools, charter schools, or independent virtual learning programs.

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To thrive as a Virtual School Teacher, you need a strong background in education, subject matter expertise, and a valid teaching certification. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), video conferencing tools, and digital content creation platforms is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management skills set outstanding virtual teachers apart. These competencies ensure effective instruction, student engagement, and smooth navigation of the unique challenges in an online learning environment.

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Virtual school teachers often encounter challenges such as maintaining student engagement, managing diverse learning styles remotely, and ensuring effective communication with both students and parents. To address these, teachers can incorporate interactive tools, provide regular feedback, and establish clear routines for online learning. Collaborating with colleagues and participating in ongoing professional development also helps in adopting best practices for virtual instruction.

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Infographic showing various Virtual School Teacher job openings in Decatur, GA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,487 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Secondary Area 1 School_Teacher, Engineering (Lakeside HS) 2026-2027

Atlanta, GA • On-site

DeKalb County School District
Education • 10K+ employees
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$46K - $59K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

DeKalb County School District (Georgia) rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job description

Position Type:
Teachers/Teacher, Engineer & Tech. HS
Date Posted:
6/5/2026
Location:
Lakeside High
Lakeside HS is seeking an Engineering 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
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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 JD Updated.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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