Elementary Reading Teacher School Year 26-27

Sankofa Montessori • Forest Park, GA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Sankofa Montessori is seeking a dedicated Reading Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year to deliver exceptional literacy instruction to first and second-grade students. The school, a public charter school founded in 2021 and opened in 2023, serves students from K-5 with a mission to empower children with the knowledge, skills, and agency needed to lead purposeful lives. This role combines standards-based instruction with the Montessori approach, focusing on building a strong foundation for lifelong reading success. Teaching at Sankofa Montessori is described as demanding yet purposeful, with a focus on high-impact work, meaningful support, and a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about literacy, eager to contribute to a growing school, and committed to fostering a joyful, literacy-rich learning environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Georgia certified teacher (required)
• Two or more years of effective elementary teaching experience in a high-needs public school environment
• Demonstrated success teaching reading in the primary grades
• Knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction and the Science of Reading
• Experience using literacy assessment data to inform instruction
• Strong instructional practices and classroom management skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Warm and firm demeanor
• Work collaboratively with a growth mindset. Give and receive feedback in a spirit of craftsmanship.
• Strong learning orientation and desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Ability to complete physical demands of the role (including standing and walking for extended periods and lifting objects up to 40 lbs.)
• Unwavering commitment to Sankofa Montessori's mission and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of Sankofa Montessori students, families, and staff.
• Successful background check results required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily standards-aligned reading instruction to first and second grade students.
• Plan and implement engaging literacy lessons grounded in evidence-based instructional practices.
• Provide explicit instruction in foundational literacy skills, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing connected to reading.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Administer and analyze literacy assessments to inform instructional planning.
• Use student data to provide targeted small-group instruction and accelerate student growth.
• Submit lesson plans weekly for review and incorporate instructional feedback into planning.
• Regularly monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on assessment results.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure alignment between literacy instruction and classroom learning.
• Participate in Child Study, MTSS, and IEP meetings as appropriate.
• Foster habits of excellence, including order and grace & courtesy, through schoolwide and classroom-level practices.
• Build joyful, literacy-rich learning environments where every student feels successful.
• Be a model of character for students.
• Supervise students within the classroom and outside of the classroom, including transitions, lunch, recess, and field trips.
• Maintain high academic expectations while building strong relationships with students.
• Lead family communication regarding students' literacy progress.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate student growth with families.
• Partner with families by providing strategies and resources to support reading development at home.
• Participate in formal check-ins with assigned academic support team members at least biweekly.
• Engage in teacher meetings, collaborative planning, professional development, and data reviews.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, instructional leaders, and student support staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Georgia (TRS).
• Optional 403(b) retirement account.
• Competitive health benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level