Classroom Teacher
We are currently recruiting for teachers in 1st, 4th, and 5th Grades.
The Classroom Teacher At Downtown Academy …
prepares students at Downtown Academy with a rigorous and excellent Christ-centered education that instills in them the foundational knowledge and the character foundation to rightly pursue their purpose in glorifying God.
is responsible to instruct children at DtA with the provided curricula and learning objectives for their grade level.
sets ambitious learning goals and continually measures progress towards these goals.
plans, prepares, and implements learning activities. Assesses and reports learning growth to DtA administration and parents.
guides students towards a healthy relationship with Jesus Christ through instruction and demonstration of the love of God.
participates in all school and professional development sessions and activities as noted on the employee calendar.
communicates and engages well with children, parents, visitors, volunteers, and other staff.
reports for a minimum of 190 scheduled days of instruction, classroom preparation, and development.
is compensated with a salary based on years of experience and level of education.
qualifies for a benefits package including a health care stipend, 403b retirement savings matching, complementary life insurance, and more.
supports the school’s mission to provide and excellent and rigorous Christ-centered education to instill knowledge, build character, and clarify purpose for the children of Athens, Georgia.
desires and is able to build relationships with academically, culturally, and economically diverse children so as to effectively educate resilient future men and women.
is willing to go above and beyond to support the children in their classroom, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
engages weekly as a member of a local gospel-inspired church body.
has earned, at minimum, a BA or BS from an accredited institution of higher learning.
holds a teaching certificate or is willing to obtain licensure.
Interested Applicants should forward a cover letter and current resume to
Tameka Curry
Director of School Operations