Teacher, Elementary School

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher to facilitate student success in a positive learning environment. The role involves implementing approved curricula, documenting progress, and providing constructive feedback to students and parents.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and possess a valid Georgia Teacher certification or be eligible for certification. This position offers a chance to impact young learners positively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification needed.
• No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills.
• Document teaching and student progress.
• Communicate with students, parents, and administration.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Bachelor Degree in job related field

Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility

Job description

Job Details

• Position Title: Teacher, Elementary
• FLSA: Exempt
• Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule
• Work Days: 190
• Location: To Be Determined
• Reports To: Principal

Primary Function

Facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing state and district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Requirements

• Educational Level: Bachelor Degree in job related field
• Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification in Early Childhood Certification
• Experience: None
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

Essential Duties

1. Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
2. Adheres to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner; demonstrates loyalty to the school and its leadership; avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale; works cooperatively with colleagues and the community; promotes a positive school environment that enhances student learning; helps maintain a positive and cooperative climate.
3. Assesses student needs, progress, expectations, goals, etc.
4. Collaborates with school personnel, parents, and various community agencies.
5. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
6. Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments to provide effective school program and address needs of individual students.
7. Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; follows professional ethics in all work related activities.
8. Provides instruction that is appropriate; communicates responsibly with all individuals and groups; assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities; maintains plans according to policies and/or directives; promotes the responsible use of materials and equipment; submits accurate paperwork on schedule; prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.
9. Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; takes all reasonable measures to protect students’ health and safety.
10. Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
11. Meets certification and accreditation standards.
12. Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.
13. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.