Elementary Teacher

Peachtree Academy Private Christian School; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Tuition discounts for children

Job summary

Peachtree Academy in Covington, GA is hiring an upper elementary teacher to join our Christ-centered elementary program. You’ll help students grow in literacy, numeracy, confidence, and character across a nurturing, relationship-focused setting.

We value collaborative families and a positive admin team, with opportunities to lead field trips and enrichment activities while supporting each student’s holistic growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field required.
• Georgia teaching certification preferred; out-of-state teachers welcome.
• Ability to teach foundational literacy and numeracy.
• Experience with small-group instruction and differentiation.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Passion for teaching in a Christ-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom culture with routines and expectations.
• Plan and teach lessons balancing instruction, discussion and hands-on learning.
• Teach students one-on-one, in small groups, and whole class.
• Assess progress and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and goals.
• Collaborate with staff to plan lessons and support student success.
• Support school-wide duties and participate in staff events.

Skills

Love working with elementary students

Strong classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Collaborates with families

Creativity in teaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Georgia Teaching Certification preferred

Job description

About This Role

Join Our Elementary Team at Peachtree Academy!

Now hiring an upper elementary teacher with experience.

At Peachtree Academy, teaching is more than a job – it is a chance to shape young hearts and minds in a Christ-centered school community where students are eager to learn, families are supportive, and teachers are truly valued.

Because of growing parent demand and increased enrollment, we are excited to add 2 passionate Elementary Teachers to our team. If you love helping children grow in reading, math, confidence, and character, this could be the perfect place for you. We have two campuses for our Elementary program, and they are in proximity to each other.

Why Teachers Love It Here

• Small class sizes
  Build meaningful relationships and give each student the attention they need.
• Supportive leadership
  Work with a positive administration team that encourages and equips teachers.
• Motivated students
  Teach children who come to school ready to learn.
• Strong family partnerships
  Collaborate with engaged parents who value education.
• Christ-centered environment
  Teach in a school community where faith and learning go hand in hand.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking innovative, caring, and enthusiastic educators who:

• Love working with elementary students
• Believe strong reading and math foundations are essential
• Enjoy teaching small groups
• Use multi-sensory strategies to reach all learners and create fun, engaging lessons with games, activities, drills, and hands‑on practice
• Value collaboration with families and fellow teachers
• Want to help children grow both academically and spiritually

• If you love things like folder games, creative literacy practice, Teacher Pay Teachers resources, phonics-based instruction, and interactive learning, you may be a great fit for our school.

What You’ll Do

As an Elementary Teacher at Peachtree Academy, you will:

• Create an engaging classroom culture with clear routines, procedures, and expectations that maximize learning.
• Plan and teach lessons that balance instruction, discussion, exploration, hands‑on learning, and independent work.
• Instruct students one‑on‑one, in small groups, and in whole‑class settings using a variety of effective teaching methods.
• Build strong foundational skills in literacy and numeracy while encouraging curiosity, perseverance, and problem‑solving.
• Adapt instructional strategies and materials to meet students’ different learning needs and interests.
• Read aloud to students and provide rich learning experiences through books, storytelling, games, crafts, music, and discovery.
• Observe and assess student academic progress, behavior, social development, and overall growth.
• Prepare, administer, and grade assignments, classwork, homework, and assessments.
• Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports as required by school policies and administration.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, needs, and goals.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, or adjustment needs through intervention, encouragement, and individualized guidance.
• Prepare and implement remediation or enrichment opportunities as needed.
• Organize classroom materials, display student work, and maintain a learning space that is both joyful and purposeful.
• Use technology, audio‑visual tools, and instructional resources to enhance teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, and support staff to plan lessons and support student success.
• Supervise assistants, volunteers, and classroom helpers when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, professional development, school events, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Help lead field trips, class projects, guest speaker visits, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Support school‑wide duties and contribute to the life of the school community.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Experience Teaching In An Accredited School Preferred
• Ability to effectively teach foundational literacy and numeracy
• Experience with small‑group instruction and differentiated learning
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Passion for teaching children in a Christ‑centered environment

Certification

Georgia Teaching Certification preferred

Out‑of‑state certified teachers are welcome to apply

Recent graduates who completed student teaching or field experience are encouraged to apply

Why Peachtree Academy?

At Peachtree Academy, teachers have the opportunity to truly know their students and families, grow in a collaborative professional culture, and make a lasting impact in a school where they can thrive.

This is a place where educators can:

• Use their gifts and creativity
• Build strong student relationships
• Teach with purpose
• Inspire the next generation of leaders

Grow With Us!

Share your joy.

Teach with purpose.

Inspire young learners every day.

Nice To Haves

• Google docs
• Creates a comfortable and engaging classroom
• Create bulletin boards that display learning goals and/or student work
• Fun personality and the ability to build relationships with students
• Enjoys being part of a team and reaching goals that help students thrive
• A sense of inquisitiveness that encourages students to seek knowledge

Benefits

• Accredited private school with small class sizes

401K, plus we match up to 4% of your salary

Health insurance

Optional ancillary benefits include life insurance, LegalShield, cancer insurance, and more.

Bring your children with you! Tuition discounts for early childhood and K-12 private schools for your children.

Christian environment

Competitive salary for outstanding candidates, and the salary may exceed what is stated based on tenure and credentials.

About Peachtree Academy

Peachtree Academy is a state‑of‑the‑art private Christian school serving students from Pre‑Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.

Why Work at Peachtree Academy

At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy:

• A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
• Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
• A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
• The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community
• We are looking for passionate educators who believe teaching is a calling, who are excited to inspire young minds, and who want to be part of a school that values excellence, faith, and community.

About Peachtree Prep, Our Early Childhood Division

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.