ELA/Social Studies/History Teaching Position - Must have Bachelor's Degree
Benjamin Academy
Mcdonough, GA
Summary Please read the qualifications before submission. Seeking candidates with a passion to gain experience providing instruction to K-5 students -General Education and Adaptive Instruction.
All instruction will be In-Person (this position is not Virtual). This role is for K-5 Academic Teachers with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Candidates must have minimum qualifications to be considered. Interviews are done via on-site interview - no exceptions.
- Strong professional presence at all times when dealing with students, staff, and parents
- Facility is masked (optional); however must use cautionary techniques throughout each working day, M-F (no exceptions)
- Ability to genuinely engage with all students and promote positive encouragement
Selected candidates should prepare for a face-to-face, onsite interview and a Rubric & Planning presentation.
* Required skills candidates must have for this position: Classroom Planning from scratch. Candidate must have current academic education, experience working in an educational classroom, and have provided direct instruction to students in a K-5 environment (no exceptions). All positions below will involve working collaboratively with students ages 5-18 in an academic classroom. Teachers will be working with learners who possess full-scale 'average intelligence'; however, they may learn differently.
All positions require a clean personal background, Driving History, CPR certification, criminal background check, and maintaining a professional demeanor while working with staff, students, and parents (at all times).
*Note - We will consider English majors in their last semester of class, with transcript credits that are verified. Salary will align with educational background, current/valid certifications, and experience. Duties
- Teachers will prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration
- Teachers instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Teachers will have current knowledge and ability to create a Rubric for student success
- Teachers will assign and grade class work and homework.
- Teachers will prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Teachers will confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Teachers will meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Teachers will maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Read books to entire classes or small groups.
- Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
- Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
- Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
- Organize and label materials and display students' work.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
- Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
- Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.
- Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
- Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Provide students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
- Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
- All candidates must display accurate knowledge and experience of daily planning protocol, chunking/scaffolding, and the ability to present materials in a way that is clear for understanding. Creating a Rubric is required for each candidate.
- All candidates must have proficient use of MS Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Google Products such as Sheets are required.
- Seeking candidates who want to teach and support academic learners in a small environment
- Should be flexible with multitasking and demeanor, able to redirect activities with children
- Should be punctual, arriving to work per schedule
- Should be articulate when communicating with staff, parents, and colleagues
- Should be professional with staff, parents, and colleagues
- Should have a clean background history
- Should have a clean driving record
- Should have reliable transportation
- Creative talents for Arts and Crafts
- Athletic ability to participate in activities with students
- Ability to engage students on their activity and academic level
Benefits (after the probationary period) include:
Paid Employee Birthday (if it falls on a weekday while in school)
6 Federal Paid Holidays (aligns with In-School Calendar)
Hours 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM with Fridays 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
3-day (Tu, Wed, Thur) 7-week summer schedule (2 weeks PAID hiatus)
Flexible hours based on class schedule
No weekends
Posted 2025-12-16
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