Classical Literature & Composition Teacher (6–8)

Liberty Classical Schools; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Teachers Retirement System of GA

Professional Development Opportunities

Priority Enrollment for Children

Job summary

Cherokee Classical Academy seeks a Literature/Composition Teacher for grades 6–8 on a full-time basis starting July 2027 at its Canton, GA campus. The role reports to the Lower School Dean of Academics and requires mastery of literature and composition within a Hillsdale College K–12 framework.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, collaborates with staff, and supports a classical, virtuous learning environment aligned with the school’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field from a fully accredited college is required.
• Valid teaching certification in Georgia is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in classical education is preferred but not required.
• Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach literature using the Hillsdale College K–12 Scope and Sequence, guiding students in close reading, discussion, and writing to cultivate comprehension, virtue, and a love of great texts.
• Use student data and assessments to inform instruction, identify learning gaps, and adjust teaching to ensure student growth and mastery.
• Plan lessons and deliver instruction for a class of approximately 18-26 students according to CCA’s classical curriculum and pedagogy.
• Develop and maintain a climate and culture of joy, order, and wonder in the classroom, managing student misconduct promptly and appropriately.
• Engage professionally and charitably with students, parents, other faculty, and staff.
• Model good judgment, prudence, virtue, self-discipline, and responsibility.
• Develop and implement student interventions, and collaborate with intervention specialists in the creation and implementation of student IEPs.
• Engage in professional development to deepen understanding of subject content and classical pedagogy.
• Use appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes, record keeping, assessment, evaluation, and performance analysis.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Georgia teaching certification (preferred)

Job description

Cherokee Classical Academy seeks a Literature/Composition Teacher for grades 6–8 on a full-time basis starting July 2027 at its Canton, GA campus. The role reports to the Lower School Dean of Academics and requires mastery of literature and composition within a Hillsdale College K–12 framework.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, collaborates with staff, and supports a classical, virtuous learning environment aligned with the school’s mission and values.