Kindergarten Teacher

Chatthillscharter; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatthillscharter in Fairburn, Georgia, is seeking a qualified instructor to provide content-related instruction while fostering a conducive learning environment. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Georgia Teaching Certification.

Responsibilities include communicating with stakeholders, managing classroom activities, and preparing for absences. Candidates must have a passion for the outdoors and enable students to learn per state standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia Teaching Certification required or eligibility for one.
• 0–1 year classroom experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for students to master Georgia Performance Standards.
• Establish a classroom environment promoting active learning.
• Communicate responsibly with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Account for student attendance and punctuality.
• Integrate appropriate technology into classroom instruction.

Skills

Proven communication and instructional strategies

Classroom management skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work in outdoor environments

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university

Job description

Description

Provides instruction for students that enables them to learn and demonstrate mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards of Excellence.

Position Summary

Provides content‑related and appropriate instruction based on CHCS’ curriculum, incorporating Agriculture, Arts, and the Environment. Establishes a classroom environment that promotes active learning in the subject area and exhibits knowledge of performance‑based instruction and assessment.

Essential Duties

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality.
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Follows professional ethics in all work‑related activities.
• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program.
• Facilitates home‑school communication by holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications.
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction.
• Avoids behaviors that detract from staff morale.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university required.
• Certification/Licensure: Valid Georgia Teaching Certification in an applicable field required, or eligible to obtain one.
• Experience: 0–1 year classroom experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven communication and instructional strategies.
• Classroom management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Passion and ability to work in the outdoor environment, walk trails, etc.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment.

Physical Demands

• Physical activities associated with a normal office environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.