Elementary Teacher

About This Role

Peachtree Academy – Innovative, Christ-Centered Education
Peachtree Academy is a highly accredited community stakeholder that is seeking 2 Elementary Teachers to join our team of passionate educators for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond. Our growth in classes will require additional positions. If you love to connect with students and watch them grow throughout the year, this is the place for you! Our families, students, and teachers make this a special place to share your skill set as an educator. Share your joy, experience, and knowledge with students who come to school ready to learn! Our goal is to find innovative, passionate educators who are committed to academic excellence and understand the importance of nurturing students in a Christ-centered learning environment. Our ideal candidate understands the critical need to build strong foundational reading skills at an early age, effectively teaches small groups, and utilizes multi-sensory instructional strategies to reach every learner. Math and Reading are the foundation blocks for future academic success. A teacher who loves Teacher Pay Teacher, drills, folder games, activities, and collaborating with parents is an easy fit at our school!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Experience teaching in an accredited school is preferred
• Ability to teach foundational literacy and numeracy skills effectively
• Experience with small-group instruction and differentiated learning
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Passion for educating children in a Christ-centered environment
• Georgia Teaching Certification preferred
• Out-of-state certified teachers are welcome to apply
• Recent graduates who have completed student teaching/field experience are encouraged to apply

Why Teachers Love Peachtree Academy

• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly impact students
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative faculty culture
• A mission-driven, Christ-centered school community
• Engaged families and motivated students
• A place where educators can use their talents, build relationships, and thrive

What You'll Do

• Look for teachable moments and seize the opportunity to build a love for learning
• Create class rules and procedures to maximize learning
• Create a beautiful classroom where discovery is available
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required
• Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
• Encourage students
• Advise students on academic or career matters
• Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs
• Develop instructional objectives
• Set up classroom materials or equipment
• Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors
• Document lesson plans
• Plan educational activities
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge
• Plan experiential learning activities
• Display student work
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress
• Evaluate performance of educational staff
• Supervise student research or internship work
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees
• Supervise school or student activities
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment
• Assist students with special educational needs
• Coordinate student extracurricular activities

Requirements

• Establish rules or policies governing student behavior
• Monitor student performance
• Monitor student behavior, social development, or health
• Evaluate student work
• Set up classroom materials or equipment
• Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs
• Plan educational activities
• Apply multiple teaching methods
• Evaluate student work
• Assign class work to students
• Read to students
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress
• Evaluate student work
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors
• Discuss student progress with parents or guardians
• Maintain student records
• Encourage students
• Advise students on academic or career matters
• Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs
• Develop instructional objectives
• Set up classroom materials or equipment
• Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors
• Create technology-based learning materials
• Plan educational activities
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge
• Plan experiential learning activities
• Display student work
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress
• Evaluate performance of educational staff
• Supervise student research or internship work
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees
• Supervise school or student activities
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment
• Assist students with special educational needs
• Coordinate student extracurricular activities

Benefits

• Accredited private school with small class sizes
• 401K, plus we match up to 4% of your salary
• Health insurance
• Optional ancillary benefits include life insurance, LegalShield, cancer insurance, and more
• Tuition discounts for early childhood and K-12 private schools for your children
• Christian environment
• Competitive salary for outstanding candidates, and the salary may exceed what is stated based on tenure and credentials

About Us

• About Peachtree Academy
• Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement.
• At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students.
• We offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.
• Why Work at Peachtree Academy
• At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy: A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
• Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
• A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
• The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community