8th Grade Writing Teacher - Inspiring & Rigorous Literacy

Ethos Classical; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Classical seeks a Grade 8 Writing Teacher to guide scholars toward clear, thoughtful, and confident writing across argument, informational, and narrative forms.

You will plan instruction aligned with Georgia standards, provide regular writing conferences with actionable feedback, and collaborate with Reading and content teachers to reinforce writing across subjects. A strong commitment to equity and family communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Georgia teaching certification appropriate to the assignment strongly recommended.
• Strong knowledge of writing instruction, grammar, and adolescent literacy.
• Middle school teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to provide clear feedback and support writers with varied learning needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to Ethos’s mission and educational equity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver writing instruction aligned with Georgia standards.
• Teach writing across argument, informational, and narrative genres.
• Lead planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing.
• Provide regular writing conferences and actionable feedback.
• Collaborate with Reading Teacher and other content teachers to strengthen writing across subjects.
• Establish a safe, joyful classroom with clear routines and high expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress.
• Collaborate with specialized services staff to implement scholar accommodations and supports.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, and Grade 8 team planning.

Skills

Writing instruction

Feedback

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Georgia teaching certification

Job description

Ethos Classical seeks a Grade 8 Writing Teacher to guide scholars toward clear, thoughtful, and confident writing across argument, informational, and narrative forms.

You will plan instruction aligned with Georgia standards, provide regular writing conferences with actionable feedback, and collaborate with Reading and content teachers to reinforce writing across subjects. A strong commitment to equity and family communication is essential.