Lower School Long Term Substitute - Associate Teacher

 Lower School Long Term Substitute, Associate Teacher

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, GA, with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

The Lower School division enrolls 360 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms of approximately 20 students at each grade level.

The Long Term Substitute, Associate Teacher works with and is supervised by a Homeroom Teacher to provide a positive learning environment for each student. We are seeking long-term substitutes for the Fall of 2026 to cover grades Pre-First - Fifth.  Teachers at this level are invested in students’ academic, emotional and character development. At Pace, we hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and in discovery amongst students and teachers. The Lead Teacher is responsible for core academic instruction in reading, writing, mathematics and global studies, and works collaboratively with several specialist teachers. Our curriculum is comprehensive and rigorous.

The ideal candidate works well in a collaborative setting, exhibits good judgment and possesses excellent communication skills with students, their parents, and administrators and faculty. Enthusiasm for teaching, especially young students, is a critical quality. He/she/they should possess a wealth of patience, humor, energy and creativity to reach every student and to work well within a team of teachers.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Commits to the success of every student in the classroom 

• Confers with the Homeroom Teacher on students’ progress and daily classroom tasks

• Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of Lower School life

• Models and reinforces the Noble Knights Pillars of Character

• Performs student supervisory duties, including instruction in specific learning areas, and early morning duties

• Participates in regular faculty and professional meetings and teacher training workshops and is committed to learning best practices with colleagues

• Attends after-school faculty meetings, evening parent gatherings and weekend admissions events as necessary

• Other duties may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S) required; elementary education degree preferred

• Love of young children and their development

• Must be familiar with the methodology of teaching core academic subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, social studies and science 

• Experience with Orton-Gillingham is desired

• A positive outlook, flexibility and a collaborative, nurturing nature

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills

• Proficient using educational technology, including interactive whiteboards

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices

Working Conditions:

• Classroom environment that may regularly require the employee to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop or kneel

• Ability to sit at a computer desk for an extended period

• Ability to operate a computer, smart board and/or projector

• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 30-50 lbs with assistance

Department: Lower School

Reports To:  Head of Lower School

FLSA Status: Temporary, Exempt Position

*This position is NOT eligible for benefits.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Lower School at: http://www.paceacademy.org/academics/lower-school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at: https://www.paceacademy.org/about/diversity-inclusion/action-plan-for-racial-equity

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer