ELA Teacher

Crisp County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Georgia seeks a qualified candidate for a Middle School Teaching position in Language Arts. The role demands a bachelor's degree and a valid GA Teacher's Certificate in English or Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8). Responsibilities include instructional duties aimed at enhancing student achievement, effective communication, and participation in professional development activities. The position offers a structured salary aligned with the Georgia/local certified salary schedule, reflecting a commitment to educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid or eligible GA Teacher's Certificate in English or Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and proficiency in technology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Manage classroom responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Develop instructional activities to improve student achievement.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Student management

Supervisory and leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors Degree

Valid or eligible for a GA Teacher's Certificate in English or Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8)

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Language Arts
• Date Posted: 4/13/2026
• Location: Crisp County Middle School
• Date Available: 7/27/2026

Qualifications

Educational Level: Bachelors Degree.

Certification/Licensing: Valid or eligible for a GA Teacher's Certificate in English or Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8).

Proficiency Skills: Written and oral communication skills, student management, supervisory and leadership skills. Ability to employ a variety of instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners. Ability to deal with multiple tasks, computer competence, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Personal Skills: Pleasant personality, cooperative attitude, physical skills and stamina to perform essential duties.

Salary: Georgia/Local Certified Salary Schedule – 10 month.

General Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates appropriate verbal and written communication skills.
2. Performs routine duties and tasks with little or no direct supervision.
3. Participates in extracurricular activities and/or serves on designated committees.
4. Demonstrates loyalty to the school, school system and administrators.
5. Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

Student Achievement Goals

1. Utilizes state and system-wide test results and local school grade profiles for developing and improving the instructional program for all students assigned to the teacher.
2. Develops and implements appropriate instructional activities to increase student achievement.

Instructional Duties

1. Provide instruction at an appropriate instructional level with content development and building for transfer for students assigned to the teacher.
2. Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and resources appropriate for students.
3. Assess and encourage student progress by promoting engagement, monitoring student progress, responding to adequate and inadequate performances and showing support of students in an appropriate manner.
4. Manage the learning environment by using time efficiently, maintaining an effective physical setting for instruction and maintaining appropriate student behavior in the classroom.
5. Provide adequate information, plans, and materials for substitutes.

Professional Growth

1. Participate in professional organizations and staff development activities.
2. Share information with others and apply what is learned to the classroom.
3. Accept new challenges in a professional manner.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Facilitate home-school communication by holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications; work effectively with colleagues and exhibit the fundamentals of good public/customer service.
2. Enhance the climate of the building and the morale of colleagues.
3. Accept constructive criticism and follow up on administrative actions for improving performance.

Promptness and Dependability

1. Maintain a pattern of prompt and regular attendance.
2. Complete reports, documentation, duties and other assignments promptly and professionally.
3. Exhibit time on task, flexible, cooperative, progressive and hardworking attitude and style.

Adherence to Policies and Procedures

1. Comply with school, system, state and federal regulations and policies, including the PSC Code of Ethics.
2. Adhere to the chain of command.
3. Adhere to Cultural Diversity Guidelines.
4. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and material.
5. Maintain a professional appearance as appropriate for job responsibilities.
6. Assure security and accountability for classroom equipment and supplies.

Personal Conduct in Performance of Duties

1. Act in a professional manner and maintain a professional attitude, following school and system policies in regard to students and records when interacting with the public.
2. Act in a professional manner and assume responsibility for the total school program, the safety of students and good operating order.
3. Show initiative and assume responsibility for all aspects of job responsibilities.

Technology Integration

1. Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the use of internet and email as applicable to job responsibilities.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the use of other computer applications as applicable to job responsibilities.
3. Incorporate the use of technology into instruction in an appropriate manner.