Classroom Teacher- Project Graduation

Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools in Memphis, TN is seeking a dedicated teacher to provide professional instruction for at-risk students, fostering academic, social, and skills development. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field and possess a valid Tennessee Teaching License. The role emphasizes preparing students for high school graduation.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of successful teaching experience and a commitment to empowering students.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Tennessee Teaching License with endorsement.
• Three years of successful teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional instructions to at-risk students.
• Facilitate academic and skills development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or closely related field

Job description

Purpose and Scope

Provides professional instructions designed to provide academic, social, physical, and skills development in special classes for at-risk students in specific grades/subject areas to enable the students to graduate from high school on-time.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a closely related field and a valid Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in the grade/subject taught. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the Memorandum of Understanding for Teachers. Three (3) years of successful teaching experience preferred.

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree= 6 years plus required years of experience.