Science Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Peachtree Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, relationship-driven Middle School Science Teacher to join our amazing team for the Fall 2026 school year.

Peachtree Academy is a Christian-focused Pre-K through 12th-grade college preparatory school located in Covington. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a supportive, family-oriented environment where teachers are encouraged to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues while making learning engaging and fun.

Flexibility in teaching courses, including:

• Physical Science
• Earth and Life Science

An interest in other teaching optioins like Algebra I, Algebra II, or other math courses is a plus, but not required. Interests in teaching an Agriculture elective class could be possible. Share your talent with us at Peachtree!

• Create engaging lessons, labs, projects, and classroom discussions
• Evaluate and grade class work, assignments, papers, and exams
• Prepare syllabi, instructional materials, and coursework
• Maintain attendance, grades, and student records
• Provide after-class support and academic guidance to students
• Plan and revise curriculum and instructional methods
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administration
• Participate in school activities, student support, and community-building efforts
• Support the Christian mission and positive culture of the school

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Education, or related field
• Teaching experience preferred
• Passion for student success and hands-on learning
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

• Salary commensurate with experience

This is more than a teaching job — it is an opportunity to work at a school where relationships matter, colleagues support one another, and students genuinely love learning. Our faculty enjoys a collaborative atmosphere, strong administrative support, and the ability to creatively inspire students every day.

If you are passionate about science, enjoy working with great people, and want to make a lasting impact in a joyful Christian school environment, we would love to hear from you.

• Supervise students in all aspects of the learning day.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
• Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
• Supervise students' laboratory and field work.
• Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
• Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
• Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
• Participate in campus and community events.
• Act as advisers to student organizations.

• Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Evaluate student work.
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Prepare tests.
• Evaluate student work.
• Develop instructional materials.
• Maintain student records.
• Advise students on academic or career matters.
• Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
• Develop instructional objectives.
• Guide class discussions.
• Select educational materials or equipment.

• Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office suite
• Other science equipment commensurate with the position
• FACTS Management (Renweb)
• Promethean Board

• 401 K retirement plan with up to a 4% match of your salary

  Private Christian school with motivated students

  Tuition credits for staff members' children so they can come to work with you!

  Supplemental policies such as life and disability are available

  Competitive salary based on education level and teaching/leadership experience

  Great co-workers!

  215-day calendar for administrators and 190 for teachers

  Bi-weekly payroll for all employees - 26 pay periods annually

Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.

At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy:

• A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
• Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
• A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
• The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community
• We are looking for passionate educators who believe teaching is a calling, who are excited to inspire young minds, and who want to be part of a school that values excellence, faith, and community.

About Peachtree Prep, our Early Childhood Division

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.