2026-2027 INTERIM Kindergarten Teacher at Dandridge Elementary School

Dandridge Elementary School; Dandridge (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Dandridge Elementary School in Tennessee seeks an Interim Kindergarten Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The assignment runs from September 28, 2026 through November 20, 2026, under Jefferson County Schools.

The teacher must hold a valid Tennessee license with appropriate endorsements and will plan lessons, assess students, and communicate with families. Candidates should be skilled in classroom management, differentiating instruction, and technology use for presentations.

Qualifications

• Valid Tennessee teaching license with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Strong written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of and skill with computer technology for personal and presentation applications.
• Meets health and physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans for course(s) of study taught.
• Aligns course(s) curriculum with state standards.
• Uses a variety of teaching strategies to differentiate for student learning.
• Prepares, administers, and records student assessments.
• Assigns lessons and grades student work in a timely manner.
• Maintains classroom order and a conducive learning environment.
• Counsels students for academic or social needs.
• Communicates with parents regularly and schedules conferences.
• Keeps accurate attendance and performance records.
• Represents the school positively within the community.
• Participates in faculty meetings and professional development.
• Upholds policies and participates in school events.

Job description

2026-2027 INTERIM Kindergarten Teacher at Dandridge Elementary School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5853545
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Sep 28, 2026

Job Description

This is an Interim position from September 28, 2026 through November 20, 2026.

Requirements: Licenseto teachKindergarten in public schools in Tennessee.

JCS 2026-2027 Certified Pay Scale

The Jefferson County Schools Professional Educators Collaborative Conference Act (PECCA) current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is linked to below:

PECCA MOU - Jan. 8 2026 Approval

JOB DESCRIPTION

Qualifications

• Valid teacher’s license with appropriate endorsement(s)
• Strong written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of and skill with computer technology for personal and presentation applications.
• Meets health and physical requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans for course(s) of study taught;
• Aligns course(s) curriculum(s) taught with state curriculum standards.
• Uses a variety of teaching strategies to differentiate for student learning;
• Prepares, administers, and records student assessments for subjects taught;
• Assigns lessons routinely and grades student work in a timely manner;
• Maintains order in classroom, play areas, and common areas of the school;
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and socially appropriate for the age of students taught;
• Counsels students as needed for academic or social needs;
• Consults with other professionals to address learning or behavioral problems with specific students;
• Communicates with parents regularly through verbal and written form;
• Schedules parent conferences as directed by the system and as needed in particular cases;
• Keeps accurate attendance and academic performance records for assigned students;
• Reports to proper authorities and principal when knowledgeable or suspicious that a child’s health or welfare has been or appears to be at risk as a result of abuse or neglect;
• Represents the school system in a positive manner within the community;
• Participates in school level faculty meetings, system professional development and in-service meetings, and other workshops for teacher training;
• Assists in upholding board policies, school rules, and administrative regulations;
• Supervises activities such as field trips, group activities, athletic events, club meetings, or other school related events that foster student understanding of their social environment;
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Position Type: Interim
Salary: $251 Per Day