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Lead Middle School Teacher (Middle and HS School Grades 9th) (Fall 2026) at The Anchor School

The Anchor School Decatur, GA

Job Description

This job description applies to the following instructional positions at The Anchor School: - Teacher (6th - 9th Grade Math) - Teacher (6th - 9th Grade ELA) - Project Teacher (6th - 8th Grade Humanities) - Project Teacher (6th - 8th Grade STEM) - Teacher (8th - 9th Grade Science) - Teacher (8th - 9th Grade Social Studies) - Teacher (6th - 9th Grade PE/Health/Fitness - Yoga/Dance/PE) - Teacher (6th - 9th Grade Modern Language - Spanish) - Teacher (6th - 9th Grade Personalized Learning) Important Note: Not all these positions are currently open; some will be filled by current employees. We are seeking passionate detail-oriented mission-driven teachers who are great with people andunderstand that the foundation of a great school starts with great instructional leadership in theclassroom. The Anchor School is committed to our students and families who expect a safe andsupportive learning environment where all students can thrive. Our teachers create classroomcultures that drive student success support holistic student development facilitate personal growthand nurture a sense of safety security and confidence in every one of our students. The AnchorSchool is redefining what is possible for adolescents in the metro Atlanta region. Your job is to growas an educational leader every day and to translate that growth into student growth through yourcurriculum and instruction. By joining our team you become part of a village of educators familiesand community members who want to partner with 6th-12th grade students as they develop the knowledge skills and confidence they need to thrive.At a minimum the responsibilities of Lead Teachers shall be:Instructional Leadership Write daily- weekly- and unit-level plans for your subject matter. Build a warm supportive achievement-oriented culture throughout the school. Internalize personalize and execute daily lesson plans. Make instructional decisions with joy care for the whole child and purpose. Teach every lesson with a clear vision for student success that reflects high academic and behavioral standards. Engage in an ongoing data-driven cycle of assessment analysis and action. Provide consistent rules routines and procedures for students. Implement school-wide systems that are designed to ensure academic and behavioral alignment. Participate in an annual four-week staff training prior to school opening in the fall.Families and Students Support the holistic development of middle school students. Advise 12-15 students per year. Engage families through phone calls home visits micro-village meetings and notes.Compliance Commit to deliver on the strategic goals of the school. Eagerly engage in a learning community that prioritizes daily professional development. Adhere to all requirements outlined in personalized plans for student success (i.e. IEP 504Plan Individualized Graduation Plan).Project Lead Teacher Additional Responsibilities Coordinate with industry professionals and community partners to design curricularexperiences that allow students to solve real-world problems. Plan and co-teach an interdisciplinary project-based curriculum that exposes students to areal-world problem and gives students an opportunity to present their solutions to the problem. Collaborate with teachers across the grade-level to build connections for students between disciplines and subjects. Plan and design a celebration of student learning each semester with the Director of Middle School and Head of School.Lead Teachers may perform other duties that support students of The Anchor School. The foregoingstatements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not anexhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.Qualifications : The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in education the content area or some other related field and full-time classroom experience in a school setting (i.e. teaching student teaching teacher residency). The candidate must be able to demonstrate alignment to the missionand vision of the school a commitment to community stakeholder engagement and an entrepreneurial style of leadership in the founding years of the school. Full-time classroom experience in a school setting. Experience teaching your content either in small group or large group setting. 1-3 years of experience in middle school settings preferred. Highly organized. Strong communicator and collaborator. Able to problem solve and think creatively about establishing systems and structures for new school. Able to coordinate multiple moving parts and multiple tasks on a daily basis. Background check passed required.Additional Information : Start Date: July 1 2026Starting Salary Range: $50000 - $80000Other Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive health benefits.Our employees are eligible for Teacher Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) membership inaccordance with Georgia law. All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed including relevant and quality professional development laptop computer email and all necessary supplies.Reporting Structure: Lead Teachers report directly to a Director-Level position (depending on their department).Hours: This will be a full-time position starting in July of 2026.Equal Employment Opportunity: The Anchor School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran statussexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Integration,Advocacy,Animation,Back Office Support,Bid Management Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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