Elementary Teacher
Greater Praise Christian Academy - Memphis, TN
Job Details:
- Position:Elementary Teacher
- Location:Memphis, TN 38127
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including paid training
Job Description:
Greater Praise Christian Academy, a small private Christian school, is seeking a dedicated and motivated Elementary Teacher to join our close-knit community. The ideal candidate will have:
- A minimum of 3 years of proven classroom experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in relevant subjects
- Montessori experience (a plus)
- A passion for fostering a positive and engaging learning environment
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the school's curriculum
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Motivate students to achieve their highest potential
- Maintain open communication with parents, students, and colleagues
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
- At least 3 years of classroom teaching experience
- Montessori training and experience (plus)
- Strong classroom management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to the values and mission of a Christian educational institution
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in a nurturing, faith-based community, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Information:
To apply, please contact Dean T. Ward at T.Ward@ourgpca.org with your resume and cover letter.
Greater Praise Christian Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $46,500.00 - $48,900.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Grade levels:
- 1st grade
- 2nd grade
- 3rd grade
- 4th grade
- 5th grade
- Kindergarten
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Private school
- Religious school
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Memphis, TN 38127 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Memphis, TN 38127: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person