2026-2027 5th – 7th Grade Social Studies/Science Teachers

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation in Memphis seeks a 5th–7th Grade Social Studies/Science Teacher to design weekly lessons, develop assessments, and analyze data for continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes project-based learning and effective technology integration to meet 21st century learner needs. Collaboration with specialists and parent engagement are key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and a current TN teaching license in appropriate subject area or eligible to receive one.

Responsibilities

• Design weekly lesson plans for 5th–7th grades.
• Develop standards-based assessments and analyze data.
• Create intervention plans to meet 21st century learners’ needs.
• Integrate technology and project-based learning in daily instruction.
• Collaborate with special educators in a co-teaching model for students with IEPs.
• Meet with parents regarding performance and conduct.
• Serve on leadership teams for school operations.
• Attend required professional development and review student assessments.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Project-based learning

Technology integration

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Time management

Inclusion classroom

Attention to detail

Education

TN teaching license eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

5th Grade

6th Grade

7th Grade

Social Studies/Science Teachers design weekly lesson plans, develop standards-based assessments, analyze assessment data, and create intervention plans to meet our 21st Century Learners’ needs. In addition, Granville T. Woods teachers integrate technology effectively in the classrooms and implement project-based learning.

Additional Responsibilities include:

• Creating lesson plans
• Teaching 21st Century Learners a common core based curriculum
• Integrating technology into lessons and plans
• Motivating scholars towards achievement
• Meeting with parents regarding performance and conduct
• Developing 21st Century Learner improvement plans
• Working with special educators in a co-teaching model for students with IEP plans
• Work planning with school and community teams
• Attending required professional development training
• Create and review student assessments
• Serve as a member of the leadership team charged with the overall success and operations of the school.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BA/BS and hold and/or be eligible to receive a current TN teaching license in appropriate subject area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Hold the belief that all students can learn at high academic levels.
• Uses digital content, technology integration, and project-based learning in a highly efficient manner.
• Have the ability to work in an extended day environment.
• Has the ability to teach in an inclusion environment with a co-teacher.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers, office productivity software, and common business computer technologies (e.g., Windows, Word, Excel, printers, copiers, and scanners).
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multitask to complete a wide variety of tasks and projects.
• Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly.
• Flexibility to adjust to new strategies, procedures, and tasks as the organization evolves.
• Collaborative problem solving by seeking input and ideas from others.
• Reliability and discretion with sensitive information.
• Strong ethical leadership abilities.
• Ability to function with and without close supervision.