Teacher, Elementary Music -NCSA

Young World Physical Education; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton County STEAM Academy in Covington, Georgia is seeking an Elementary Music Teacher to join the Newton County Schools district. The role requires teaching music to elementary students, aligning with Georgia Performance Standards, and collaborating with staff to support student learning.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Education with a valid Georgia teaching certificate and demonstrates strong communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

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.
• Ability to relate well to students, parents, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students using the Georgia Performance Standards and appropriate instructional strategies.
• Supports students in building background knowledge to aid in their learning.
• Maintains professional appearance and communicates with parents about student progress.
• Teaches one or more subjects within school goals and plans long/short-range objectives.
• Participates in professional learning and works with teams to improve student achievement.

Skills

Communication

Student relationships

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Georgia teaching certificate

Job description

Teacher, Elementary Music -NCSA

Newton County Schools Newton County STEAM Academy - Covington, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5873082

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 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.

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Certified Salary Schedule 190-days

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Donald Helm , Principal
• Newton County STEAM Academy
• Phone: [phone]

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