Area 2 Elementary School_ Teacher, First Grade ( Henderson Mill Elementary School) 2026-2027

About the role

Henderson Mill ES is seeking a 1st Grade Teacher who utilizes best practices to increase student achievement. The primary responsibility is to implement, deliver and promote high academic expectations to all students. The ideal candidate must work collaboratively with team members and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach grade‑relevant, subject‑matter specific, and mandated curriculum.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities for in‑person and virtual learning, providing written evidence of preparation as required.
• Communicate by phone, email, or video conferencing with district personnel, students, and parents during regular working hours.
• Create an in‑person and virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
• Use internet and web‑based technology to provide instruction and collaborate with students.
• Assess, document, and prepare reports such as achievement progress, grades, classroom performance, assessments, and attendance.
• Supervise and manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Participate in conferences with parents, students, counselors, teachers, principal, and administrators regarding student development and achievement.
• Perform general instructional duties such as ordering materials, attending required meetings, and professional learning sessions/training.
• Direct the work of paraprofessionals or instructional aides as needed.
• Maintain prompt and regular work attendance.
• Identify educational needs and provide instruction to students with varying exceptionalities.
• Instruct students based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); assess, monitor, and report progress; communicate with families per state and federal guidance.
• Serve as case manager for students with disabilities, preparing and maintaining paperwork, scheduling, and facilitating IEP meetings.
• Follow the Georgia professional code of educator ethics.
• Meet the unique needs of students with severe disabilities (lifting, positioning, feeding, toileting) as appropriate.
• Provide specially designed instruction (SDI) aligned to state standards and individualized student needs.
• Develop and implement standards‑based lessons with appropriate SDI and accommodations.
• Differentiate instruction to address academic, behavioral, and functional skill needs.
• Develop, write, and revise IEPs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Implement IEP services and ensure accommodations are provided.
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress toward IEP goals.
• Provide timely progress reports to parents.
• Collaborate with general education teachers.
• Develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Create a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved accredited college or university in the relevant educational field.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved teaching certificate in the appropriate educational field.
• For special education teachers who issue grades: appropriate certification in service (e.g., special education, adaptive curriculum, or special education general curriculum) that aligns with the assignment.
• For ESOL & Gifted positions: valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission‑approved subject‑specific endorsements.
• For Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) positions: minimum education requirements based on CTAE specializations, pass the GACE Education Ethics Assessment, minimum two (2) years of verifiable industrial work experience, and required industry licensure.

Pay

Salary Grade/Schedule: E (see salary schedules link).