First Grade Teacher - Inspire Curious Minds

DeKalb County School District; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone Mountain ES in Georgia is seeking a 1st Grade Teacher to advance high standards and engage diverse learners. The role requires collaboration with team members and strong written and verbal communication skills, with responsibilities spanning lesson planning, delivering instruction in person and virtually, and maintaining student progress records.

The successful candidate will hold a GA PSC-approved bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate, with endorsements in ESOL and Gifted

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from GA PSC-approved college/university.
• Valid Georgia teaching certificate.
• Endorsements in ESOL and Gifted preferred.
• Two years of verifiable industrial work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches grade-relevant, subject matter-specific, and mandated curriculum.
• Develops and implements lesson plans for in-person and virtual learning.
• Communicates with parents and district personnel by phone, email, or video.
• Creates conducive in-person and virtual learning environments.
• Manages student behavior per code and handbook.
• Collaborates with families, counselors, teachers, and administrators as needed.

Skills

Communication

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (GA PSC approved)

Teaching certificate (GA PSC approved)

ESOL endorsement

Gifted endorsement

CTAE endorsements

Job description

Stone Mountain ES in Georgia is seeking a 1st Grade Teacher to advance high standards and engage diverse learners. The role requires collaboration with team members and strong written and verbal communication skills, with responsibilities spanning lesson planning, delivering instruction in person and virtually, and maintaining student progress records.

The successful candidate will hold a GA PSC-approved bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate, with endorsements in ESOL and Gifted