Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition start date: 07/24/2026BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSEUnder general supervision, teaches in the field of certification and assists in other school programs as assigned. A teacher provides instruction, assesses student achievement and progress, manages the learning environment, and supports all aspects of the school and its programs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides learning experiences and teaches the content and skills in applicable fields of certification/subject area(s) utilizing the curriculum as prescribed by the state and districtProvides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate studentsDifferentiates instruction as defined by system expectations and proceduresEncourages and supports studentsEstablishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activitiesEvaluates academic and social growth of students and keeps appropriate records Maintains a willingness to implement adopted changesCommunicates clearly and effectively with students, parents, peers, and all other stakeholdersIntegrates available forms of technology into teaching and learningTeaches, facilitates, monitors, and supervises students Communicates clearly and positively with parents through a variety of options Demonstrates self-motivationInteracts with all stake holders in a positive mannerHolds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interpret the school programIdentifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problemsCreates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays such as displays of student work, required bulletin boards, interest centers, etc. Manages the learning environment, including the storage of materials, appropriate management and maintenance of technological resources, and storage of textbooksMaintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the District and/or professional growth activities and university courses Participates cooperatively in an evaluation process as defined by District guidelines Selects and requisitions instructional materials; maintains inventory records Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activitiesParticipates in faculty and/or District committees and the sponsorship of student activities Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and practiceProvides whole group, small group, and individualized instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with varying intellectual abilities and to accommodate a variety of instructional activitiesInstructs students in the proper care and use of materials and equipment storage areas and controls use of materials and equipment to prevent loss or abuse Compiles, maintains, and submits all required reports in a timely mannerAdheres to the Code of Ethics for Georgia EducatorsImplements IEPs, health related accommodations, and any behavioral intervention plans designed to support the success of individual students Works collaboratively in planning with subject area or grade level colleaguesOther duties as assignedEDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS: Valid Georgia certification authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned. EXPERIENCE: Student teaching, Internship, or full-time teaching experience.