Middle School Faculty | English Teacher

Description

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is a premier, independent PreK‑12th grade school located just outside Metro Atlanta. We are a faith‑infused, academically rich community recognized for teaching quality, as well as exceptional arts and athletics. Christians, change‑makers, dreamers, and hard workers, we are raising a generation of inspired, generous leaders. High academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to caring for one another on a collegiate‑style campus.

We live out our passions, our curiosity, and our faith in the collective pursuit to Be Greater. The mission of GAC is to help each student grow as Jesus did—in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man. We are seeking a dynamic, engaging individual to teach the Social Science curriculum in secondary school grade levels in face‑to‑face, online, and blended learning environments.

• Maintaining regular office hours and before/after school help sessions to advise and assist students, including career exploration.
• Assessing students and analyzing results; refining and differentiating classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Actively participating in the PK‑12 English Professional Learning Community.
• Communicating regularly with students and families about classroom activities and student progress.
• Managing student behavior to ensure full engagement.
• Participating in job‑embedded professional development courses for continuous growth.
• Identifying unique student needs and collaborating with team members to address them.
• Living out the mission, vision, and core values of GAC professionally and personally.
• Serving as a sponsor of student organizations and participating in campus and community events.
• Performing other related work as needed.
• Contributing to the GAC community outside of the classroom as an athletic coach, student advisor, club leader, or assistant for other co‑curricular activities.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Teaching experience of 3+ years.
• Prior experience and success in teaching a specialized area.

• Current Georgia Renewable Teaching Certificate in Secondary English Education is required.

• Knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Lead the classroom and other activities with a heart of Christ and be an example of Christ to students.
• Create a curriculum that meets state, national, College Board, and GAC requirements.
• Work with other English educators to facilitate horizontal and vertical curriculum alignment.
• Committed to growth and promotion at GAC and in the community.
• Willingness to reflect on and improve instructional practices.
• Embrace technological innovation as a tool to teach, engage, and motivate students.
• Share GAC’s commitment to differentiated learning and exhibit comprehension of 21st‑century learning skills, concepts, and tools.

• Successful background check, reference checking, and drug/alcohol screening clearance.
• Acknowledgment of and agreement with GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

• Competitive salary and benefits: all‑inclusive dining program, onsite fitness center, professional development, healthcare benefits, student loan debt repayment assistance, retirement plan, and a Christian community of innovative, engaged individuals.

• GAC strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness and inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job who is engaged and passionate about promoting our faith‑based mission, even if you do not meet every one of the qualifications listed.
  
  Feel free to contact us with any questions about your application.
• Greater Atlanta Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. As allowed by federal law, GAC seeks applicants who are in concert with and will support its mission.
• Greater Atlanta Christian School is a Title IX compliant, affirmative action program.