Elementary Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Peachtree Academy is a highly accredited community stakeholder that is seeking 2 Elementary Teachers to join our team of passionate educators for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond. Our growth in classes will require additional positions. If you love to connect with students and watch them grow throughout the year, this is the place for you! Our families, students, and teachers make this a special place to share your skill set as an educator. Share your joy, experience, and knowledge with students who come to school ready to learn!

Our goal is to find innovative, passionate educators who are committed to academic excellence and understand the importance of nurturing students in a Christ-centered learning environment. Our ideal candidate understands the critical need to build strong foundational reading skills at an early age, effectively teaches small groups, and utilizes multi-sensory instructional strategies to reach every learner. Math and Reading are the foundation blocks for future academic success. A teacher who loves Teacher Pay Teacher, drills, folder games, activities, and collaborating with parents is an easy fit at our school!

At Peachtree Academy, teachers have the opportunity to truly know their students and families while working in a collaborative and supportive professional environment. Our small class sizes, outstanding students, and positive leadership team create an ideal setting for teachers who want to make a meaningful impact.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Experience teaching in an accredited school is preferred
• Ability to teach foundational literacy and numeracy skills effectively
• Experience with small-group instruction and differentiated learning
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Passion for educating children in a Christ-centered environment

• Georgia Teaching Certification preferred
• Out-of-state certified teachers are welcome to apply
• Recent graduates who have completed student teaching/field experience are encouraged to apply

• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly impact students
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative faculty culture
• A mission-driven, Christ-centered school community
• Engaged families and motivated students
• A place where educators can use their talents, build relationships, and thrive

At Peachtree Academy, we are committed to supporting our teachers so they can be as successful and effective as possible while inspiring the next generation of leaders.

• Look for teachable moments and seize the opportunity to build a love for learning
• Establish class rules and procedures to maximize learning
• Create a beautiful classroom where discovery is available
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate them to students.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Organize and label materials and display students' work.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.
• Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, monitoring the hall and cafeteria, and loading and unloading buses.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

• Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
• Monitor student performance.
• Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.
• Evaluate student work.
• Set up classroom materials or equipment.
• Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
• Plan educational activities.
• Apply multiple teaching methods.
• Develop instructional objectives.
• Evaluate student work.
• Assign class work to students.
• Read to students.
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Prepare tests.
• Evaluate student work.
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
• Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
• Maintain student records.
• Encourage students.
• Advise students on academic or career matters.
• Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
• Develop instructional objectives.
• Set up classroom materials or equipment.
• Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior.
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
• Create technology-based learning materials.
• Plan educational activities.
• Document lesson plans.
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
• Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance.
• Monitor student performance.
• Teach others to use technology or equipment.
• Plan educational activities.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Plan experiential learning activities.
• Display student work.
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Evaluate performance of educational staff.
• Supervise student research or internship work.
• Supervise school or student activities.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
• Distribute instructional or library materials.
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
• Assist students with special educational needs.
• Coordinate student extracurricular activities.

• Google docs
• Creates a comfortable and engaging classroom
• Create bulletin boards that display learning goals and/or student work
• Fun personality and the ability to build relationships with students
• Enjoys being part of a team and reaching goals that help students thrive
• A sense of inquisitiveness that encourages students to seek knowledge

• Accredited private school with small class sizes

  401K, plus we match up to 4% of your salary

  Health insurance

  Optional ancillary benefits include life insurance, LegalShield, cancer insurance, and more.

  Bring your children with you! Tuition discounts for early childhood and K-12 private schools for your children.

  Christian environment

  Competitive salary for outstanding candidates, and the salary may exceed what is stated based on tenure and credentials.

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.