Teacher, Middle Grades ELA/Social Science

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District invites applications for a Teacher, Middle Grades ELA/Social Science. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and GA certification or eligibility, with no explicit experience required.

You will implement curriculum, document student progress, and create a safe, engaging learning environment while providing feedback to families and administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification in Middle Grades ELA and Social Science.
• No prior experience required.
• Physical activities listed are part of the job responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student success using district curricula and document progress.
• Provide feedback to students, parents, and administration on progress and goals.
• Maintain a safe and positive classroom environment.
• Address individual educational needs and implement instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community partners as needed.
• Adhere to policies, maintain attendance, and prepare required paperwork.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Bachelor degree in job related field

Job description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

POSITION TITLE: Teacher, Middle Grades ELA/Social Science

FLSA: Exempt

WORK DAYS: 190

SALARY: Teacher Salary Schedule

LOCATION: To be announced

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:

• 1. Educational Level: Bachelor Degree in job related field
• 2. Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification in Middle Grades English/Language Arts and Social Science
• 3. Experience: None
• 4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• 5. 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.

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.