Middle Grades English (Grammar, Writing, and Literature) Teacher

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Heritage Preparatory School seeks a talented individual to teach English (Grammar, Writing, and Literature) to middle grades students for the 2022 – 2023 academic year. Faculty members for these students work as a team and students rotate from class to class.  Heritage is a Pre-K through 9th grade classical, Christian school located in midtown Atlanta, GA that is building a high school with the first graduating class in 2025.

The hallmarks of the teaching environment at Heritage Preparatory School are excellence in academics inspired by a challenging classical curriculum with a biblical world-view; an uncluttered, disciplined atmosphere that focuses on high standards of behavior and Christian character; a partnership with supportive and involved parents, and strong collegiality and camaraderie among the faculty and staff. Faculty members should have deep content knowledge about the class/grade they are teaching as well as being faithful Christ-followers who desire to partner with parents to shepherd the hearts of our students.  Applicants should submit an employment application which can be found on the Heritage website.

Supervisor: Erin Hames, Headmaster

Status: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Hours of Work: Standard work week

Location: Atlanta (Midtown/Ansley/Morningside), 1700 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324

EXPERIENCE
Two years of teaching experience preferred with exceptions granted for outstanding candidates with demonstrated teaching gifts and call.
Mastery of subject matters to be taught, as demonstrated by references, education, and achievement.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
A credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, commitment to life of faith.
Godly character (pastoral and other character references may be requested).
Knowledge of Scripture and the ability to apply Biblical truth in interactions with students.
Ability to articulate a biblical worldview and integrate that worldview into all subject matters.
Understanding of and alignment with the mission, philosophy, and pedagogy of Heritage Preparatory School.
Desire and ability to foster intellectual curiosity in students.
Genuine love for children and desire to nurture them in their academic growth and spiritual development.