7th Grade ELA Teacher - Data-Driven Literacy & Growth

Claiborne County Schools; Tazewell (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Claiborne County Schools is seeking a 7th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) teacher to instruct middle school students in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language conventions aligned with state standards.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, classroom management, and collaboration with grade-level teams and families within a 10-month contract. Experience with TCAP prep and after-school activities is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Middle School Education, or a related field.
• Tennessee Teaching License with a middle grades endorsement.
• Background check and child abuse registry screening required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language conventions aligned with state standards.
• Administer and monitor student progress using data to close achievement gaps.
• Maintain an inclusive classroom with high behavioral and academic expectations.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Literacy development

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or Middle School Education

Teaching license (Tennessee)

Tools

Google Classroom

LMS

Job description

Claiborne County Schools is seeking a 7th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) teacher to instruct middle school students in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language conventions aligned with state standards.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, classroom management, and collaboration with grade-level teams and families within a 10-month contract. Experience with TCAP prep and after-school activities is valued.