25-26 Lower School Teacher in Brookhaven, GA for St. Martin’s Episcopal School

St. Martin’s Episcopal School is seeking culturally competent and responsive candidates to serve as Lower School Lead Teachers. The teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable for learning and personal growth of every student; establishing effective rapport with students; motivating students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for becoming responsible citizens in accordance with each student’s ability, and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Job Title:  Lower School Lead Teacher                                Status:  Full-time/Exempt

Anticipated Start:  25-26 School Year                                 Reports to:  LS Principal

Essential Job Functions

The Teacher has the primary responsibility for all classroom activities, as well as the management, organization, and discipline of the classroom.

• Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division’s basic instructional and philosophical standards.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to effectively and actively engage students.
• Demonstrates proficiency with technology and a willingness to integrate modern technology, media, and other tools into classroom instruction.
• Seeks regular field experience opportunities for students that extend the classroom into the broader community.
• Works collaboratively with the teaching team on behalf of students, and seeks the ideas, feedback, or advice of colleagues as an integral part of effective planning.
• Establishes and maintains awareness of student behavior through relationships, positive reinforcement, and support.
• Evaluates and documents academic and social growth of students, and keeps required records.
• Communicates regularly and thoroughly with parents.
• Attends all grade level, departmental, and required School meetings.
• Attends chapel services and include a daily devotion as a part of classroom instruction.
• Assists the Principal in developing long-range plans, School philosophy, and goals.
• Adheres to all School policies, including safety and emergency procedures.

Candidate Characteristics and Qualifications

The strong preference is for professionals who are committed to multidisciplinary instruction, encouraging students’ creative expression, incorporating student interest and passions, and developing critical thinking. The ideal candidate is :

• Curious, creative, self-reflective, and willing to take initiative and run with new ideas.
• Committed to designing and adapting instruction to meet a range of student learning needs and interests.
• Curious about the world of ideas across multiple disciplines, and excited to teach across different disciplines.
• Highly collaborative, collegial, and excited about generating curriculum and assessment ideas in a team setting.

Educational and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency with basic technologies, such as:  MS Office, Internet, Google Suite, Email.
• 3 to 5 years of classroom experience is preferred.
• The desire to plan and work collaboratively on a team is essential.
• Flexible teaching background and interest in coaching and/or advising clubs are a plus.

Physical Requirements

This job is primarily performed inside; the noise level could be soft to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, walk, talk, read, and hear. The employee could be required to use hands to write, type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee could occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employee must be able to move freely and without restriction around the classroom and school campus as well as supervise students on the playground. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

Schedule and FLSA Status

The position serves as part of the school Faculty and works in a 10-month capacity that is paid over a 12-month period. The position is full-time, benefits eligible and Exempt. The standard daily schedule is Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 3:45 pm and follows the typical school calendar.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply online at https://www.stmartinschool.org/about/employment

The statements in this job posting are intended to represent the key duties, essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

About St. Martin’s Episcopal School

St. Martin’s Episcopal School, founded in 1959, is a coeducational day school serving students from 8 weeks through 8th grade. For more information about the school, please visit our website at www.stmartinschool.org.

The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, applicants are considered only on the basis of merit, qualifications, and abilities. Employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, gender, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements in this job posting are intended to represent the key duties, essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

The School is committed to diversity, equity and social justice. All employees are expected to support the mission and vision statements of St. Martin’s Episcopal School and contribute to the overall life of the School.

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Founded in 1959, St. Martin’s Episcopal School is a coeducational day school in Atlanta, Georgia, serving approximately 650 students from infants through eighth grade. St. Martin’s is dedicated to providing a quality education of the whole person in a loving, Christian atmosphere which fosters lifelong learning. For more information about the School, please visit our website at www.stmartinschool.org.

St. Martin’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, applicants are considered only on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities. Employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, gender, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the expressed disability of an otherwise qualified candidate.

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