Elementary Teacher (4th Grade ELA)

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
March 10, 2026

 
POSITION:   Teacher (4th Grade ELA)        
 
LOCATION:  Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary 
 
JOB SUMMARY:
The Dougherty County School System is seeking highly motivated and student-centered educators to join our team of teaching professionals. The 4th Grade English Language Arts Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality literacy instruction that strengthens students' reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills while fostering a love for learning. This position plays a critical role in helping students develop strong foundational literacy skills necessary for academic success and future learning. The teacher will design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction that supports diverse learners, promotes critical thinking, and prepares students to meet or exceed grade-level expectations. The teacher will create a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to achieve their full potential. Collaboration with colleagues, families, and school leadership is essential to ensure student success and continuous instructional improvement.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Bachelors' degree or higher;
2. Valid Georgia Teacher certification or Charter Waiver eligible;
3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Strong knowledge of elementary literacy instruction, reading comprehension strategies, and writing development;
2. Ability to implement Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) in English Language Arts;
3. Effective classroom management skills that promote a positive, respectful, and productive learning environment;
4. Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues;
5. Ability to analyze student data and use it to guide instruction and interventions;
6. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners;
7. Proficiency in integrating instructional technology and digital learning tools to enhance student engagement;
8. Strong organizational and time-management skills;
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive student information;
10. Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice.

 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Provide standards-based instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and language aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence;
2. Develop and implement engaging, research-based literacy lessons that promote reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and written expression;
3. Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to support student growth;
4. Analyze student performance data to identify learning gaps and implement targeted instructional strategies and interventions;
5. Create a positive classroom culture that supports student engagement, collaboration, and academic success;
6. Maintain effective classroom management practices that ensure a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment;
7. Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners and ensure equitable access to rigorous learning opportunities;
8. Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and administrators to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes;
9. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, academic expectations, and learning supports;
10. Participate in professional learning opportunities, faculty meetings, and collaborative planning sessions;
11. Maintain accurate student records, documentation, and required reports in accordance with district policies and procedures;
12. Supervise students during instructional and assigned school activities to ensure student safety and well-being;
13. Demonstrate professionalism through consistent attendance, preparedness, and adherence to district policies and expectations;
14. Maintains satisfactory performance on the system Evaluation Instrument;
15. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom for extended periods of time;
2. Ability to occasionally lift or move instructional materials and classroom supplies (up to approximately 25 pounds);
3. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and assist young students as needed;
4. Work is performed primarily in a classroom environment with moderate noise levels typical of a school setting;
5. Requires frequent interaction with students, staff, and families throughout the school day.

 
REPORTS TO: Principal
 
SALARY RANGE:   Tenth-Month Contract - Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by March 17, 2026. 
 

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.
  THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY
 
The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.
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About Us
 
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), four learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
 Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.
 

Important Note

This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.