Social Studies teacher

Peachtree Academy Private Christian School; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% matching

Small class sizes

Supportive parents and colleagues

Job summary

Peachtree Academy Private Christian School in Covington, GA, seeks a Middle School Social Studies Teacher to guide students through history, civics, geography, and global cultures in a Christ-centered setting.

The role emphasizes engaging, standards-aligned instruction, high expectations, and fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and character development while incorporating project-based learning and hands-on activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in History, Social Studies, Education, or a relevant field
• Teaching certification in Georgia or another state, or ability to pursue with current credentials
• Previous teaching experience in middle or high school is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for teaching and student growth
• Ability to differentiate instruction and use innovative methods
• Ability to collaborate with a professional school team
• Commitment to high academic and behavioral expectations
• Alignment with Peachtree Academy's Christian mission and values

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Social Studies instruction aligned with Georgia standards
• Develop learning experiences that promote critical thinking, discussion, collaboration, and engagement
• Incorporate diverse instructional strategies and differentiated resources
• Use project-based and hands-on learning to enhance understanding
• Assess student progress through diverse forms of assessment and provide feedback
• Maintain clear communication with parents and school leadership
• Foster a safe, respectful, structured classroom aligned with Christian values
• Collaborate with faculty and Principal to support student success

Skills

Strong communication

Differentiated instruction

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in History or Social Studies

Teaching certification (GA or other state)

Tools

Google Classroom

RenWeb

Job description

• Social Studies
• Foreign Languages

About This Role

Join Our Team!

Peachtree Academy is a Christian private school committed to academic excellence, character development, and the growth of the whole student. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Middle School Social Studies Teacher to join our school community.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, a strong knowledge of history and social studies, and a desire to inspire students to become thoughtful, informed, and engaged citizens. This teacher will guide students in exploring history, civics, geography, and global cultures within a supportive, Christ-centered learning environment.

The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction while maintaining high academic expectations and fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and character development. We value project-based learning, hands-on instruction, and meaningful learning experiences that encourage students to connect classroom concepts to the world around them.

What You'll Do

Our teachers are well-loved and provide structure in the classroom that helps students thrive! Classroom expectations include:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Social Studies instruction aligned with the school's curriculum map and Georgia academic standards.
• Develop meaningful learning experiences that promote critical thinking, discussion, collaboration, and student engagement.
• Incorporate a variety of instructional strategies, learning resources, technology, and differentiated instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of students.
• Utilize project-based and hands-on learning opportunities to enhance student understanding and application of content.
• Assess and monitor individual student progress through classwork, projects, assignments, tests, and other forms of assessment.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and communicate academic progress and areas for growth.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with parents, department heads, and school administration regarding student achievement, progress, and behavior.
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment that is safe, respectful, structured, and academically focused.
• Support the school's mission and Christian values through daily interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with faculty and the Principal to support student success and contribute positively to the school community.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in History, Social Studies, Education, or a relevant field
• Teaching certification in Georgia or another state, or the ability to go through the process with your current credentials
• Previous teaching experience in a middle or high school setting is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for teaching and a commitment to students’ academic and personal growth.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and use innovative teaching methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional school team.
• Commitment to maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations.
• Alignment with and commitment to Peachtree Academy's Christian mission, core values, and educational objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in a private, college-preparatory, Christian, or other academically rigorous school environment.
• Experience designing or implementing project-based, experiential, or interdisciplinary learning.
• Experience coaching youth sports or leading extracurricular activities, student clubs, honor societies, or other student organizations.
• A willingness to contribute to the broader life of the school community through extracurricular activities, events, or student mentorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the following subjects:

• English Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
• Foreign Languages
• Arts & Music
• Physical Education

Google Classroom

RenWeb student information system

Benefits

Why Peachtree Academy?

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Small class sizes that allow for individualized attention.
• A welcoming, close-knit school community.
• 401K with 4% matching
• Supportive parents and colleagues

About Us

About Peachtree Academy

Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.

Why Work at Peachtree Academy

At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy:

• A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
• Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
• A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
• The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community
• We are looking for passionate educators who believe teaching is a calling, who are excited to inspire young minds, and who want to be part of a school that values excellence, faith, and community.

About Peachtree Prep, Our Early Childhood Division

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.