Teacher, Early Childhood Education (EIP) -SSES

Newton County Schools; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton County Schools is seeking a Teacher for Early Childhood Education (EIP) at South Salem Elementary School in Covington, Georgia. This full-time position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal and requires a valid Georgia teaching certificate.

The role focuses on delivering instruction aligned to Georgia Performance Standards, building background knowledge, and integrating instructional technology, while maintaining professional communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with valid Georgia teaching certificate.
• Professional Qualifications and in-field to teach the assigned subject per PSC; pass the required content knowledge test or provide exemption documentation within 20 days of employment.
• Ability to relate well to students, parents, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students using Georgia Performance Standards and research-based instructional strategies.
• Builds background knowledge to aid in grasping Georgia Performance Standards.
• Supports students in using instructional technology.
• Be present on time and perform duties effectively.
• Maintain neat, professional appearance and conduct.
• Communicate with parents about student progress and behavior.
• Plan and implement long and short-range objectives for each course.
• Participate in professional learning and apply best practices to raise student achievement.
• Assess student abilities relative to goals and outcomes.
• Manage student behavior to maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Collaborate in teams to review assessment data and modify instruction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Student rapport

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Teacher, Early Childhood Education (EIP) -SSES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955698

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TEACHER

REPORTS TO:Principal / Assistant Principal

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field with valid Georgia teaching certificate.
• Possesses Professional Qualifications and is in-field to teach the subject and/or class assigned as defined by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. To meet this requirement the teacher must pass a content knowledge test acceptable to the PSC in the subject, or provide written documentation that may exempt the test requirement within 20 days ofemployment.
• Ability to relate well to students, parents, and co-workers.

Description of Duties

• Instructs students using the Georgia Performance Standards AND appropriate and effective research-based instructional strategies
• Supports students in building background knowledge to aid in their acquisition of the Georgia Performance Standards
• Supports students in while using instructional technology
• Is present at work every day, on time, and performs all duties as assigned effectively and efficiently
• Is neat and professional in appearance befitting the job they provide the school system.
• Exhibits a professional attitude and demeanor at all times in dealing with the board, school administration, fellow employees, parents, students, and the public
• Teaches one or more subjects in the school, and within the framework of the goals established by the school system; plans and implement appropriate long and short-range objectives for each assigned course
• In the spirit of continuous improvement, faithfully participates in system and local efforts of professional learning; utilizes and implements skills and best practices obtained in professional learning in the classroom to raise the achievement of students
• Continually assesses student abilities as it relates to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Effectively manages the behavior of learners to ensure the environment is conducive to the learning process and assist in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school and school grounds
• Works in a self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned; works cooperatively in horizontal and vertical teams on a frequent basis to review assessment data and modify instruction to improve student achievement.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate student grade records and attendance records.
• Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student progress and behavior.
• Effectively supervises teacher assistant performance, if applicable.
• Participates in facility and professional meetings, professional learning, and other trainings working through the Principal and Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction.
• Contributes to an atmosphere of harmony and good will in the work place.
• Meets the performance and behavioral expectations of the principal.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certified Salary Schedule 190-days

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Dr. Laurie Weaver , Principal
• South Salem Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]