ES STEM Teacher (Grades KG Thru 5) Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

ES STEM Teacher (Grades KG Thru 5) Amana Academy Charter School – 3.3 Alpharetta, GA Job Details Full-time From $59,030 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Classroom management Teaching Certification 3 years Bachelor’s degree Classroom experience Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Amana Academy is seeking teachers with a sense of adventure and curiosity to work in a diverse, supportive and collaborative environment. Established in 2005, our demonstrated track record of empowering students to do more than they think possible has resulted in Amana being among the most well-regarded public charter schools in the state of Georgia. We use the Harvard-based EL Education model as the foundation for our cross-curricular STEM program powered by design thinking. EL provides a holistic framework for measuring student success, placing as much emphasis on character development and quality craftsmanship as it does on academic achievement. Our flagship campus is located in Alpharetta and is authorized by Fulton County Schools and the Georgia Department of Education. It is open to students in grades K-8 who reside in the Fulton County Schools district. Our new West Atlanta campus, opened in August 2022, is located in Smyrna and is authorized by the State Charter Schools Commission. It serves students in grades K- 5 residing in the state of Georgia. Both campuses are tuition free.

AMANA ACADEMY, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Location:

North Campus Job Title:

STEM Teacher Department:

Academics Reports To:

Principal or Appointed Designee Status:

Active Work Schedule:

190

Days, Full Time Exempt Start Date:

July 21, 2025 DOING

WORK THAT MATTERS

Embracing the EL Education framework, Amana Academy teachers provide classroom instruction that is active, engaging, challenging, and meaningful, and that enables students to demonstrate mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards. Amana teachers should have a sense of adventure and curiosity and a desire to work in a diverse, supportive and collaborative environment.

HOW YOU WILL EMPOWER STUDENTS TO GO BEYOND

Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Amana Academy’s curriculum Provides classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction, assessment, and data analysis Communicates responsibly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership Accounts for student attendance and punctuality Follows all school, county, state, and federal policies and procedures Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university required

Certification/Licensure:

Valid Georgia Teaching Certification in applicable field required, or must be eligible to hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate Teaching certification must be held in the state of Georgia or have active reciprocity with Georgia. Please visit or call the Georgia Professional Standards Commission to verify. Experience in a progressive, constructivist, and/or gifted education setting is desired. STEM-based, STEAM-based, and/or project-based learning (PBL) experience is preferred. Preference will be given to teachers with 3 or more years of demonstrated excellence in teaching.

ENVIRONMENT

Working Conditions for Amana’s Alpharetta campus : Amana’s flagship campus is located in a renovated shopping plaza, minutes from Alpharetta City Center and City Hall The building sits adjacent to 92-acre Wills Park, and teachers are expected to integrate this beautiful resource into daily activities, classroom instruction and expedition work where possible.

Amenities include:

Walking Trails An outdoor classroom Playgrounds and fields for recess Public art displays Staff must be comfortable teaching and leading students in both an indoor and outdoor setting. Staff must possess and demonstrate an innate comfort with flexibility and being able to adapt to new circumstances.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds May require stooping or crouching

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT

Please follow this format for efficient consideration. Email . Be sure to put your LAST NAME and

TEACHING POSITION

you are applying for in the Subject line, e.g., “Smith Elementary Classroom Teacher” In the cover letter, indicate how your past experiences connect with EL Education principles (eleducation.org) and the Amana vision, mission and guiding principles (https://amanaacademy.org/about/vision-mission/). Attach your current resume.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $59,030.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications Ability to

Commute:

Alpharetta, GA 30009 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Alpharetta, GA 30009: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person