First Grade Teacher (Certified)

About the role

The Main Street Academy (TMSA) is seeking a passionate and dedicated certified 1st Grade Teacher to join our team. Candidates must hold a valid Georgia teaching certification in ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (P-5).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES) standards
• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on TMSA’s curriculum programs
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
• Nurture an academically rich and positive classroom environment that promotes active scholar learning and development in the subject area
• Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instructions and assessment
• Communicates responsibly with all students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership
• Integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Agriculture, and Math (STEAM) based instruction with instructional objectives and standards
• Further, the objectives, goals, and outcomes of the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) program and Leader in Me program
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephone calls, and sending email/written communications
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's educational program
• Adequately prepares for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies, and procedure
• Avoid behaviors that detract from staff morale
• Support TMSA goals, initiatives, programs, and processes

Requirements

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university (Conferred)
• Certification/Licensure: Must hold or be eligible to hold a Georgia Professional Standards Commission certificate in Elementary Education (P-5)

Skills and Knowledge

• Experienced in collaborating with teacher teams and adapting work to the needs of colleagues and students
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to utilize technology for communication and instruction
• Show organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervision
• Working knowledge of current research and resources in content areas
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Family Education Rights and Privacy (FERPA) requirements

Benefits

TMSA is an equal opportunity employer.