1st Grade Teacher

Hamilton County Department of Education; Chattanooga (TN); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

Hamilton County Schools is seeking a dynamic elementary educator to join DuPont Elementary. This role emphasizes planning, delivering, and assessing instruction aligned to Tennessee standards, with a focus on equity and student success.

Ideal candidates hold a Tennessee K-5 teaching license or are enrolled in a accredited program, and bring a collaborative, student-centered approach. Starting salary around $50,000 with benefits and differentiated compensation options.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K-5) OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus.
• Commitment to high expectations and academic achievement for all students.

Aufgaben

• Plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to Tennessee standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families.
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Feedback & Coaching

Growth mindset

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field

Tennessee teaching license (K-5) or enrolled in teacher prep program

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.

Overview

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan. DuPont Elementary is home to the Super Dolphins! Our dynamic school community welcomes all children. Here at DuPont, we value diversity and are committed to creating a learning community where all students are respected, their unique backgrounds are valued, and our beliefs in their potential are endless. We believe in equipping our students with the keys to unlock the doors of their bright futures. Our Dynamic Teacher Leaders support our students by providing them with learning opportunities where social emotional learning is embedded in high quality academics anchored in Tennessee State standards. DuPont is a wonderful learning community where our Super Dolphins are Rising Up to face the challenges of the ever changing world and experiencing success! We welcome you to come and check us out.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection
• Link to full Job Descriptions

What We’re Looking For

• Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus
• Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K-5) OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program

Compensation & Additional Info

• Salary Scale based on education and experience - starting at $50,000.00
• Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan
• Benefits
• Licensure

Subject to change.