Grade 5 Classroom Teacher: Inspire, Assess & Engage

Henry County Schools; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Schools is seeking a Classroom Teacher to plan, deliver, and assess lessons for students in a School-Level division. The role emphasizes active learning, technology integration, and positive behavior management within a standards-aligned curriculum.

The position requires holding or eligibility for a Georgia Educator Certificate, strong communication with families and staff, and a commitment to ethical professional conduct. 190 work days are typical.

Qualifications

• Holds or is eligible for a valid Georgia Educator Certificate.
• Ability to work with students, parents, staff and the community.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and strong professional reputation.
• Must abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics.
• Must be regularly, reliably at work and present at the site.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit for prolonged periods.
• Must supervise students during emergencies.
• Good vision, hearing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Instruct and monitor students.
• Use technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior inside and outside the classroom.
• Provide appropriate and meaningful feedback on student work.
• Observe and assess student performance and development.
• Maintain records of student progress and development.
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, and assessments.
• Participate in district, school, department, and parent meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lesson planning

Student instruction

Differentiated instruction

Technology usage

Classroom management

Feedback and assessment

Education

Georgia Educator Certificate eligibility

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

Henry County Schools is seeking a Classroom Teacher to plan, deliver, and assess lessons for students in a School-Level division. The role emphasizes active learning, technology integration, and positive behavior management within a standards-aligned curriculum.

The position requires holding or eligibility for a Georgia Educator Certificate, strong communication with families and staff, and a commitment to ethical professional conduct. 190 work days are typical.