Elementary Teacher - 2nd Grade

MOUNT ZION PRIMARY; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools at MOUNT ZION PRIMARY in Jonesboro, GA seeks an Elementary Teacher for 2nd grade. Immediate start with standard duties in reading, ELA, math, science and social studies, using current instructional methods to support student growth.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or higher and GA state teaching certification (T-4 to T-7). At least one year of teaching experience is preferred; salary follows the district scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred.
• Certification by the State of Georgia in Education T-4 to T-7 as required by GaPSC.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in reading, ELA, math, science and social studies using varied teaching methods.
• Assigns lessons, corrects homework, administers tests, records results and informs parents of progress.
• Prepares course outlines and objectives per curriculum guidelines.
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences to review progress and behavior.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support classroom instruction.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Teaching certification (GA GaPSC T-4 to T-7)

Job description

Elementary Teacher - 2nd Grade

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983302

Application Deadline: Feb 05, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instructs students in one or more contents/areas, such asReading, ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. May be designated according to subject matter/content specialty. Utilizes current strategies and theories to plan and implement lessons.This position reports to the Principal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructs students, using various teaching methods, such as lecture, audiovisual aids, demonstration and other materials to supplement presentations relative to specific content field.
• Assigns lessons and corrects homework; administers tests to evaluate students’ progress, record results and issue reports to inform parents of progress. Maintains discipline in classroom. Supervises behavior outside the classroom (i.e., halls, bus, lunch/cafeteria, rest room duty).
• Prepares course outlines and objectives according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences to review student’s progress, performance, and behavior problems. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
• All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience preferred.
• Makes recommendations and/or decisions which usually affect the entire school.
• Certification by the State of Georgia in Education T-4 to T-7 as required by the GaPSC.
• Normal classroom/school setting.
• Must be able to stand and walk approximately seven (7) to seven and one-half (7½) hours per day. Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying; twenty (20) lbs. or less.
• The 2026-2027 salary schedules may be accessed via the following link: 2026-2027 Teacher Salary Scale

Position Type: FULL TIME

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]