Lead Teacher, Grade 8 Science

Ethos Classical; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Classical in East Point, GA is seeking a Grade 8 Science Teacher to lead inquiry-based physical science instruction, guiding scholars to analyze data and explain phenomena with evidence. You will plan lessons aligned to Georgia standards, design investigations, manage laboratory activities safely, and connect science with reading, writing, and math while communicating with families.

Required: Bachelor's degree; Georgia teaching certification strongly recommended; middle school teaching

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Georgia teaching certification strongly recommended.
• Strong knowledge of physical science and inquiry-based instruction.
• Middle school teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to manage laboratory activities safely and effectively.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to Ethos's mission and educational equity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Science instruction aligned with Georgia standards.
• Build scholars' understanding of matter, energy, forces, and motion.
• Design investigations and hands-on learning experiences that develop scientific reasoning.
• Teach scholars to analyze data, construct explanations, and support claims with evidence.
• Establish and maintain safe procedures for laboratory activities, equipment, and materials.
• Integrate scientific reading, writing, mathematics, and discussion into instruction.
• Use assessments and scholar work to adjust instruction and provide targeted support.
• Establish a safe, joyful classroom with clear routines and high expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress.
• Collaborate with specialized services staff to implement scholar accommodations and supports.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, and Grade 8 team planning.
• Reinforce the study habits, independence, and self-advocacy scholars need for high school.

Skills

Science knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Equity commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Georgia teaching certification

Job description

About Ethos Classical

Ethos Classical is a tuition-free public charter school committed to providing scholars with a safe, joyful, and rigorous education. Our Grade 8 team prepares scholars for a successful transition to high school through strong instruction, meaningful relationships, and high expectations.

Position Overview

The Grade 8 Science Teacher leads rigorous, inquiry-based instruction in physical science. This teacher helps scholars investigate scientific questions, analyze data, and use evidence to explain how the world works.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Science instruction aligned with Georgia standards.
• Build scholars' understanding of matter, energy, forces, and motion.
• Design investigations and hands-on learning experiences that develop scientific reasoning.
• Teach scholars to analyze data, construct explanations, and support claims with evidence.
• Establish and maintain safe procedures for laboratory activities, equipment, and materials.
• Integrate scientific reading, writing, mathematics, and discussion into instruction.
• Use assessments and scholar work to adjust instruction and provide targeted support.
• Establish a safe, joyful classroom with clear routines and high expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress.
• Collaborate with specialized services staff to implement scholar accommodations and supports.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, and Grade 8 team planning.
• Reinforce the study habits, independence, and self-advocacy scholars need for high school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Georgia teaching certification appropriate to the assignment strongly recommended.
• Strong knowledge of physical science and inquiry-based instruction.
• Middle school teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to manage laboratory activities safely and effectively.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to Ethos's mission and educational equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Classical is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.