K-5 Teacher

COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Newnan Crossing Elementary School in Coweta County is seeking a dedicated K-5 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. You will lead instruction, plan engaging lessons, and support students' social, emotional and academic growth within a collaborative school community.

Responsibilities include delivering standards-aligned lessons, using technology to enhance learning, maintaining a safe classroom, and participating in meetings and district initiatives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and instruction to meet students' social, emotional and academic potential.
• Instruct assigned classes at the designated location and time.
• Plan a program of study that meets individual student needs.
• Develop and implement classroom technology to facilitate learning.
• Prepare for classes and show evidence of preparation upon request.
• Maintain safe, orderly classroom and protect students and materials.
• Comply with district policies, rules and evaluation processes.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in committees.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Coordination

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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.

Equity Statement

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

Equal Opportunity

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