Certified High School Math Teacher [25'-26' School Year]

STEM Prep Academy; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a passionate Math Teacher to join its High School Team. This role involves planning and delivering a college preparatory curriculum that meets state standards while fostering a culture of excellence and achievement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion, engaging with students and the community to inspire high academic performance. If you are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
• Tennessee Teaching License with subject endorsement needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assess instruction aligned to national and state standards.
• Develop relationships with parents to support student learning.
• Create engaging, inquiry-oriented learning activities.

Skills

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Motivation and Leadership

Commitment to Anti-Racism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Tennessee Teaching License

Job description

Job Title: Math Teacher

Dept: High School Team

Reports To: Academic Dean

FLSA Status: Exempt

Coached by: Academic Deans

Starting Salary: Step Scale

Position Overview: Faculty at STEM Preparatory Academy will be responsible for planning, enacting, and evaluating highly effective and ambitious instruction tailored to students’ needs. The successful applicants will deliver a college preparatory curriculum aligned to Tennessee's academic standards. All teachers are also responsible for cultivating and sustaining the STEM Prep culture of excellence and achievement through modeling learning and leadership behaviors for students, teachers, parents, and community members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires at least a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in the subject to be taught
• Demonstrated commitment to Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging
• A commitment to STEM Preparatory Academy and its values; understanding of the school's mission and dedication to it
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism
• Unwavering commitment to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
• Ability to motivate and lead to achieve the highest academic performance from students
• Team-oriented approach and effective communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to national and state standards, and internal school goals
• Implement the college preparatory curriculum using evidence-based practices tailored to students’ needs
• Reflect continuously on teaching practices and adapt methods to meet school goals
• Develop relationships with parents and community members to support student learning
• Implement accommodations for ELL and EE students
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to reach shared goals
• Participate in professional development to improve instructional practices
• Serve as a test administrator for annual state assessments
• Work with families to support ELL students' language and content learning
• Foster a motivating and supportive classroom environment
• Create engaging, inquiry-oriented learning activities
• Perform other duties, including extended professional development, two days per week until 5:15 pm CT

The salary is based on a Step Scale depending on experience and degree.

STEM Prep Academy values diversity and encourages applications from People of Color, Women, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities, first-generation college graduates, and all marginalized groups. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and do not discriminate in hiring practices.