Upper School Life Science / Environmental Science Teacher

Hebron Christian Academy is seeking an Upper School Life Science/Environmental Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Dacula, GA. This ten-month position involves classroom instruction for upper school students, requiring a Bachelor's degree and experience in upper school education. The role includes lesson planning, grading, and various school duties. A commitment to a Christian lifestyle and ACSI certification is expected.
Please note that this job posting is for the 2026-2027 school year.

Job Title

Upper School Life Science / Environmental Science Teacher

Classification

Exempt

Reports to

Head of Upper School / School Level Principals

Overview

This is a ten (10) month teaching position that is responsible for classroom instruction for the upper school. The Upper School Teacher is expected to assist Hebron Christian Academy in achieving its mission. A commitment to excellence and unparalleled customer service is needed and is the expectation of all Hebron employees.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in specific field of instruction or related field.
• Experience in upper school education.

Spiritual and Personal Expectations
• Acknowledges Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Commits to faithful active service in a local orthodox, evangelical church and personal prayer and Bible study.
• Commits to model spiritual, academic, physical and social growth personally and professionally.
• Maintains a Christian lifestyle that reflects the biblical perspective of integrity and appropriate personal and family relationships, personal conduct and moral behavior.
• Displays a love for students and education.
• Commits to our foundational statements and governing policies.
• Commits to our employee code of conduct.

Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to initiate and nurture relationships with stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills and sound judgment when communicating with stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work collegially and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong customer service orientation demonstrating excellence in providing and modeling quality customer service.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• High level of energy and a good sense of humor with the capacity for extraordinary time and effort demands.
• Proficient in Google or related software.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teachers will oversee a full-load of five (5) sections of classes, leaving two (2) additional planning periods during a normal day. Teachers will also be required to obtain and maintain ACSI teacher certification for their field of instruction - the school will cover the cost of registration and assist with the process, but ultimately certification is the responsibility of the teacher. Classroom instruction involves, but is not limited to:
• Providing students with a syllabi to start the year.
• Posting weekly lesson plans by 8:00pm each Saturday evening.
• Entering quizzes and assessments on the testing calendar.
• Grading and returning assignments in a timely manner - within 2 to 3 days for homework, within a week for tests, and within 2 weeks for larger assignments.
• Updating curriculum maps on a monthly basis.

In addition, teachers will have the following responsibilities:
• Morning or afternoon carline duty one day per week.
• Lunch cleanup oversight one day per week.
• Attending all Late Start Wednesday meetings.
• Athletic gate duty once per year.
• Assist with the Admissions Open House twice per year on a weekend.
• Lead a six (6) week cohort during lunch.
• Teach a J-term course (HS) or help facilitate Winter JAM (MS) in early January.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of skills, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.

Employment at Hebron Christian Academy is open to qualified individuals who are Christians of good character, without regard or reference to race, sex, national or ethnic origin, color, age, or disability. Hebron Christian Academy is a religious educational ministry, permitted to discriminate based on religion. All prospective and current employees must agree with Hebron Christian Academy's mission statement, and they must be willing to conduct their lives in conformity with the school's statement of faith and the school's declaration and agreement to ethical and moral integrity.