FUTURE Elementary Lead Teacher (K-4)

St Benedict's Episcopal Day School•Smyrna, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Lead Teacher leads a K–4 classroom with assistance from an associate teacher, instructing students at grade-appropriate levels to develop proficiency in their subjects. The position includes creating lesson plans, managing a positive classroom environment, teaching subjects such as science, literature, and math, and developing a comprehensive instructional program. The role also involves supervising students outside the classroom, maintaining records and confidentiality, communicating with students, parents, and staff, and participating in professional development and school activities. The school is collecting interest for future openings. It expects to begin looking for positions for the 2027–2028 school year in February 2027; exact openings have not yet been determined. Pay is determined by degree and years of experience. The position follows a 10-month school year, August through May, with hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on school days.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or a subject-related field.
Strong understanding of content.
Working knowledge of Google Classroom and Google Docs.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, collaborating with parents, students, and administration.
Strong time-management skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines while remaining flexible.
Ability to stand for long periods while instructing.
Excellent hearing abilities.
Physical ability to transport students between areas of a building or campus and move into different learning spaces.
Commitment to St. Benedict’s Episcopal School’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Georgia Teaching Certification.
Experience working with elementary-age students.
RenWeb experience.
Passion for working with and inspiring students.

Responsibilities

Teach subjects at an appropriate instructional level.
Develop content that is both teacher-focused and student-focused.
Promote student engagement to assess and encourage progress.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date subject knowledge.
Implement the designated curriculum.
Prepare and maintain lesson plans according to school policy.
Provide substitute teachers with adequate information, plans, and materials.
Assign reasonable tasks and homework.
Conduct assigned classes at scheduled times.
Supervise students in out-of-class settings, including field trips and recess.
Model appropriate behavior in speech and actions.
Manage the learning environment positively and maintain a healthy environment in classrooms and other instructional settings.
Monitor and manage student behavior, enforcing student behavior rules appropriately.
Follow school policies and professional practices when working with students, student records, parents, and colleagues.
Schedule conferences according to school policies.
Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files.
Maintain confidentiality of student and school matters.
Present information effectively and respond to students, parents, and staff.
Meet professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, and peers.
Participate in informal and formal classroom observations and evaluations throughout the year.
Participate in training, professional development, and goal setting with a supervisor.
Support the school and its mission and values.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities.
Comply with the employee agreement and handbook.
Perform other duties assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, or Academic Chair, such as carpool, lunch coverage, and chapel check-ins.
Handle stressful situations and carry responsibility and accountability for classroom duties.