Science/Social Studies Teacher Job at Liberation Academy, College Park, GA

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  • Liberation Academy
  • College Park, GA

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Science and Social Studies Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for educating middle school students and a commitment to integrating hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that promote student engagement and critical thinking. This teacher will be responsible for delivering rigorous and culturally relevant instruction in both Science and Social Studies. These duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans that foster inquiry and a love for learning.

  • Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including those requiring additional support or enrichment.

  • Utilize data to assess student progress, inform instruction, and provide meaningful feedback.

  • Create a classroom environment that encourages collaboration, respect, and high expectations.

  • Integrate culturally relevant teaching strategies that reflect the diverse backgrounds of students.

  • Implement project-based and experiential learning opportunities to enhance student understanding.

  • Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through hands-on, interactive lessons.

  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with students, families, and colleagues.

  • Participate in professional development, collaborative planning, and school-wide initiatives.

  • Uphold Liberation Academy’s mission, values, and policies while actively contributing to a positive school culture.

  • Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, staff, and community members

  • Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more

  • Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students

  • Have fun and spread joy!

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • A passion for being a part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
  • Pass Criminal Background Check
  • Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

Preferred Qualifications: 

Skills & Experience: 

  • 2 years of teaching experience

  • Demonstrated ability to raise achievement

  • Experience working in underserved/low-income communities

  • By the time that employment begins, all teachers in our schools must meet certification requirements. There are a few ways to meet this requirement: 

    • Hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate and possess the correct content endorsements needed to teach the particular content 

    • Hold a valid teaching license that has successfully been transferred from another state that offers reciprocity with GA

    • Enroll in state-accredited Alternative Certification Program pursuing certification and be eligible for recommendation of licensure by district or program

Benefits

Liberation Academy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package

Statement of Non-Discriminatory Practices

Liberation Academy is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Liberation Academy does not  discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or  ethnic origin.

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