K-5 Teacher

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools in Newnan seeks a K-5 Teacher for Newnan Crossing Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The 190-day instructional calendar requires planning and delivering instruction to help students reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential.

You will meet assigned classes at the scheduled location and time, select materials within state curriculum guides, develop a plan of study, and integrate classroom technology to facilitate learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and state certification.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and direct classroom instruction.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and counseling.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and implement instruction to help students reach potential.
• Meet and instruct classes at the location and time designated.
• Develop lesson plans and select materials within state curriculum guides.
• Integrate classroom technology to facilitate learning.
• Maintain attendance and comply with district policies.

Skills

Organizing lessons

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Counseling students

Education

Bachelor's degree and certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Teacher - K-5
  


• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
  


• Location:
  Newnan Crossing Elementary School
  


• Date Available:
  2026-2027
  

POSITION TITLE:

K-5 Teacher - Newnan Crossing Elementary School

2026-2027 School Year

190 Days

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide leadership to effectively plan, coordinate and implement programs of instruction that ensure students opportunities to reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated. Select and present materials required in the teaching assignment within the framework of the content limitations of state and system curriculum guides. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Develop and implement classroom technology which may relate to the use of audio, video, graphics, research technologies and other tools to facilitate learning. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of principal or designee. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Provide adequate background information and materials when substitute teacher is to assume responsibilities. Maintain satisfactory attendance defined by system or local school handbook. Comply with conditions stated in contract of employment. Comply with the federal, state and local board of education requirements for the development of educationally appropriate instruction. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and work cooperatively with all staff members in attaining school goals and objectives. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Attend staff, department, team, or grade level meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate as required in the appropriate state annual evaluation process. Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the building administrators.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING:

Minimum of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and state required certification.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, and direct the implementation of a comprehensive classroom instructional program. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in counseling and evaluating student needs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Successful teacher training and/or teaching experiences at the level to which assigned.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable. The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.