Upper School Language Arts Teacher

The Davis Academy, an independent Kindergarten Prep - Eight Grade school in Dunwoody/Sandy Springs, seeks an experienced Upper School Language Arts Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This educator will Instructs students in mastering language-related subjects such as reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, composition, spelling, and penmanship, fostering strong communication skills and a love for language learning. Salary is based on experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or BA degree in Education or Language Arts Education.
• Three years of teaching experience (independent school experience preferred, but not required)
• Valid GA Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in appropriate educational field
• Familiarity with Jewish culture, values, and traditions preferred.

The ideal candidate will posses

• An ability to build relationships with students that foster a positive classroom environment where students feel safe to make mistakes and take academic risks
• An understanding of child/adolescent development and how social emotional factors impact learning
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities geared toward all students
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• A belief that all children can learn and be successful in the study of Language Arts
• Ability to communicate grammar and writing concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Knowledge of current educational technologies and their application in the classroom.

Essential Functions

• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Davis Academy curriculum, incorporating Jewish values and cultural references where applicable.
• Provides classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate students’ progress, records results and issue reports to inform parents of progress.
• Provides feedback and positive reinforcement to students.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Meets with parents for formal conferences and informal conferences as needed.
• Implements appropriate classroom management procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students in out of class settings including emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, lunchtime, and recess.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.