Agriculture / STEM Teacher (K–4) (Certified)

Position: Agriculture / STEM Teacher (K–4)Reports to: PrincipalWork Site: The Main Street Academy; College Park, GAFLSA Status: Salary Exempt; Benefits EligibleJob Summary:The Main Street Academy (TMSA) is seeking an innovative and hands-on Agriculture / STEAM Teacher to serve students in grades K–4. This role is responsible for designing and delivering engaging, standards-based instruction that integrates science, technology, engineering, and agriculture concepts.The ideal candidate will foster curiosity, problem-solving, and real-world connections through project-based learning, while helping students develop foundational STEAM skills and an appreciation for agriculture and environmental stewardship.Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Education, STEAM-related field, Agriculture, or a related discipline (Conferred)Knowledge of elementary STEM instruction and/or agricultural education conceptsExperience with hands-on, inquiry-based, or project-based learningCertification/Licensure:Must hold or be eligible to hold a Georgia Professional Standards Commission certificate Georgia P–5 teaching certificationPreferred / Optional: STEM EndorsementAgriculture EndorsementExperience with:School gardens Project-based learningSTEAM labsEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Plan and implement engaging STEM and agriculture-based lessons aligned to Georgia Standards of ExcellenceFacilitate hands-on learning experiences, including experiments, design challenges, and garden-based activitiesIntegrate cross-curricular connections (science, math, literacy, and technology)Strong classroom management and student engagement skillsAbility to integrate technology into instructionEffective communication and collaboration skillsProvides content-related and appropriate instruction based on TMSA’s curriculum programsIntegrates appropriate technology into classroom instructionNurture an academically rich and positive classroom environment that promotes active scholar learning and development in the subject areaExhibits knowledge of performance-based instructions and assessmentCommunicates responsibly with all students, parents, colleagues, and school leadershipFacilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephone calls, and sending email/written communicationsWorks with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's educational programAdhere to all SPED, SST, 504, IEP plans and accommodations for scholarsPrepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absentAccounts for student attendance and punctualityFollows all county, state, and federal policies, and procedureFollows professional ethics in all work-related activitiesAvoid behaviors that detract from staff moraleSupport TMSA goals, initiatives, programs, and processesOther duties as deemed necessary by the Principal or Assistant PrincipalsSkills and Knowledge:Experienced in collaborating with teacher teams and adapting work to the needs of colleagues and studentsDemonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to utilize technology for communication and instructionDemonstrate organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervisionKnowledge and experience using technology for communication, data analysis, gathering and organizing information for presentationsWorking knowledge of current research and resources in content areasMaintain confidentiality and adhere to Family Education Rights and Privacy (FERPA) requirements. An Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of TMSA, Inc. to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.