Grade 8 Reading Enrichment Teacher — Inspire & Impact

Henry County Schools; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Schools in McDonough, GA seeks a Classroom Teacher for Reading Enrichment - Grade 8 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on delivering engaging reading instruction, developing schemes of work, and assessing student progress in a middle school setting.

The ideal candidate will hold Georgia educator certification, work with families and staff, uphold ethics, and thrive in a collaborative, data-driven environment with a 190-day work calendar.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator Certificate or meet the district's professional qualifications.
• Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
• Must abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
• Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Georgia Educator Certificate

Student engagement

Communication with parents

Ethics and confidentiality

On-site presence

Physical stamina

Classroom management

Safety supervision

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Henry County Schools in McDonough, GA seeks a Classroom Teacher for Reading Enrichment - Grade 8 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on delivering engaging reading instruction, developing schemes of work, and assessing student progress in a middle school setting.

The ideal candidate will hold Georgia educator certification, work with families and staff, uphold ethics, and thrive in a collaborative, data-driven environment with a 190-day work calendar.