History Teacher (6-7)

Company: Liberty Classical Schools
Location: Canton
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Full-time Description HISTORY TEACHER (6th - 7th) FULL TIME FY 2026-2027 Canton, GA Cherokee Classical Academy seeks History Teachers for grade levels 6th through 7th grade. Teachers are responsible for the education of their students. They are expected to demonstrate high moral character and have mastery of the subjects they teach. Teachers will work collaboratively to create a working and learning environment for all students that is safe, secure, and respectful. This position would report to the Lower School Dean of Academics on CCA’s Cherokee County campus. This position starts July 2026. Please specify your grade level preference in your application. The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following: Teach history using the Hillsdale College K–12 Scope and Sequence, aligned with CCA’s classical curriculum and pedagogy, emphasizing chronological understanding, primary sources, and civic virtue Use student data and assessments to inform instruction, identify learning gaps, and adjust teaching to ensure student growth and mastery. Plan lessons and deliver instruction for a class of approximately 18-26 students according to CCA’s classical curriculum and pedagogy Develop and maintain a climate and culture of joy, order, and wonder in the classroom, managing student misconduct promptly and appropriately Engage professionally and charitably with students, parents, other faculty, and staff Model good judgment, prudence, virtue, self-discipline, and responsibility Develop and implement student interventions, and collaborate with intervention specialists in the creation and implementation of student IEPs Engage in professional development to deepen understanding of subject content and classical pedagogy Use appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes, record keeping, assessment, evaluation, and performance analysis Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in a related field from a fully accredited college is required. Valid teaching certification in Georgia is preferred but not required. Previous experience in classical education is preferred but not required. Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission: to develop students in mind and character through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes the principles of virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: to be a nationally regarded K-12 classical school and serve as a local and national incubator for growth and promotion of classical education. And they will embody the school’s organizational values. We value the tenets of classical, liberal arts education; community and partnership in the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens; excellence in teaching and learning; the virtues we aim to teach our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, humility, perseverance, self-government, and service. Why Cherokee Classical Academy? Full-time, benefits-eligible employees are offered the following: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options Long-term and Short-term disability Life insurance Participation in the Teachers Retirement System of GA for eligible positions Professional Development Opportunities Priority enrollment for children in the school About Cherokee Classical Academy: Cherokee Classical Academy (CCA) is a tuition-free public charter school that opened in 2025 in Canton, GA. CCA is open to grades K-7 for the 2026-2027 school year and will continue to add a grade each year until reaching a full K-12 configuration. Families who reside in the counties of Cherokee, Cobb, Bartow, Fulton, Pickens, Paulding, and the cities of Marietta, Cartersville, and Atlanta are eligible to apply for enrollment. No entrance testing is required. CCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. CCA is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should apply via the school’s career site. Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and contact information for three character references to their application. For faculty positions, please attach a 300-500 word “statement of educational philosophy.” Cherokee Classical Academy | 2126 Sixes Rd, Canton, GA| cherokeeclassicalacademy.org

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