Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade

KEMP ELEMENTARY; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KEMP ELEMENTARY in Jonesboro, GA is seeking a dedicated 5th Grade Elementary Teacher to instruct students in Reading, ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies. The role uses diverse teaching methods and requires planning aligned to state and local standards, reporting to the Principal.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher and Georgia teaching certification (T-4 to T-7). At least one year of teaching experience is preferred; the salary schedule for 2026-2027 is available.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in Reading/ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies using varied teaching methods.
• Uses current strategies to plan and implement lessons; reports to the Principal.
• Maintains classroom discipline and supervises students in non-classroom areas.
• Prepares course outlines and objectives per curriculum guidelines.
• Participates in parent/teacher conferences and professional meetings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Georgia Certification in Education T-4 to T-7

Job description

Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade

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Job Details

Job ID: 5977285

Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

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]

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