Lead Teacher, Grade 8 Math

Ethos Classical•East Point, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ethos Classical is a tuition-free public charter school committed to providing scholars with a safe, joyful, and rigorous education. Our Grade 8 team prepares scholars for a successful transition to high school through strong instruction, meaningful relationships, and high expectations. The Grade 8 Math Teacher leads Grade 8 mathematics instruction and teaches a section of Algebra. This teacher builds scholars’ conceptual understanding, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving skills while providing appropriate challenge for advanced and gifted learners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Valid Georgia teaching certification appropriate to Grade 8 Math and the assigned Algebra course required.
Gifted endorsement required.
Strong content knowledge in middle school mathematics and Algebra.
Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
Commitment to Ethos’s mission and educational equity.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching advanced mathematics learners preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver Grade 8 Math and Algebra instruction aligned with Georgia standards.
Teach scholars to explain their reasoning, compare strategies, and apply mathematics to unfamiliar problems.
Strengthen foundational skills while maintaining rigorous grade-level expectations.
Provide enrichment and advanced learning opportunities for gifted scholars.
Use assessments and scholar work to identify misconceptions and adjust instruction.
Monitor Algebra scholars’ progress and readiness for subsequent high school mathematics.
Establish a safe, joyful classroom with clear routines and high expectations.
Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress.
Collaborate with specialized services staff to implement scholar accommodations and supports.
Participate in coaching, professional development, and Grade 8 team planning.
Reinforce the study habits, independence, and self-advocacy scholars need for high school.