School
International Charter School of Atlanta
Description
The International Charter School of Atlanta (ICSAtlanta) seeks qualified and passionate educators to teach students in grades 6-8. As a school that embraces international discovery and cultural competency, the ideal teacher will actively develop a multicultural learning environment and have a passion for bilingual/biliterate education. The curriculum at ICSAtlanta is based on current Georgia education standards. In addition, students receive daily target language (L2) instruction in Spanish, Mandarin (simplified), French and German. Teachers work collaboratively to increase student learning and achievement. We are implementing the MYP curriculum framework and are an IB-accredited continuum school (K-8).
Primary Functions & Essential Responsibilities
- Teaches content and skills in one or more middle grades subject area (math, science, social studies, ELA, or L2 (German, Spanish, French, Chinese)) utilizing the ICSAtlanta curriculum which is based on current Georgia education standards
- Evaluates academic and social growth of students, analyzes data, prepares report cards
- Willingness to continue developing and honing pedagogical strategies and classroom management techniques to increase student achievement
- If hired as an L2 teacher, have the ability to teach curriculum in Mandarin, Spanish, French or German 100% of classroom time
- Develops standards-based lessons, units and assessments based on the Middle Years Program (MYP) standards and concepts
- Keeps accurate records including attendance reports, student grades, etc.
- Participates in staff meetings and professional development opportunities
- Develops a multicultural learning environment for all students that emphasizes open-mindedness and a respect for diversity
- Facilitates ongoing parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss student progress
- Shares best practices with other teachers and collaborates with them to improve instructional and assessment practices
- Establishes a class culture of high expectations that engages all students
- Must be flexible and willing to help in different roles at the school to meet various school needs
- Collaborates with key stakeholders as necessary to ensure purposeful implementation of the school’s academic model and provide student enrichment opportunities that enhance academic achievement and cultural competency
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree: degree in the field of education preferred
- Currently holds or willing to gain Middle Grades certification in the State of Georgia
- English fluency or fluency in a target language at a native or near-native level as proven through a formal assessment
- Must support the school’s mission, philosophies, and goals
- Experience with middle grades aged students
- Excellent organizational, planning and implementation skills
- Proven ability to demonstrate effective communication, professional standards and ethical behavior
- Ability to work effectively with school administration and school colleagues to ensure school culture and student achievement
- Must pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting
Preferred but not required
- Experience with the International Baccalaureate Programme (PYP, MYP, and/or DP)
- Experience implementing GSE in a middle grades classrooms
- Experience working in a school that utilizes a dual-language immersion model or bilingual/biliterate education
- Experience teaching with student-centered, inquiry-based methods
Salary range
$42,000 – $55,000
How to Apply
Please send an email to hr@icsatlanta.org that includes your resume and cover letter. In the email subject line, please include your name and the position you are applying for (For example: Sarah Brown – Middle School P.E. Teacher)
