Teacher, History

Summary

Provides instruction for students that enables them to learn and demonstrate mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Fulton County’s curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment which promotes active learning in the subject area.
• Exhibits knowledge of performance‑based instruction and assessment.
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality.
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional ethics in all work‑related activities.
• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program.
• Facilitates home‑school communication through conferences, telephone calls, and written communications.
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction.
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university.

Certification

Valid Georgia Teaching Certification in the applicable field required, or eligibility to hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate.

Experience

0–1 year of classroom experience required.

Skills

• Proven communication and instructional strategies.
• Classroom management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Working Conditions

Classroom environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30–50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• May require stooping or crouching.