CTE Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance program

Job summary

Journey Community Schools in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking passionate instructors to provide high-quality education in a supportive environment. The role involves developing high-expectation cultures and engaging with students and families to foster growth.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and teaching licensure, experience working with students, and the ability to analyze student data. Journey Community Schools offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and teaching license required.
• 1+ year experience preferred, with knowledge of state standards.
• Ability to assess and analyze student data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of high expectations for students.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with Tennessee State Standards.
• Regularly assess and differentiate classroom instruction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of subject matter

Child cognitive development understanding

Ability to differentiate instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Licensure to teach Career and Technical Education

Job description

The Opportunity:

Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and dedicated educators. As an instructor at JCS, you will deliver high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual. In addition, you will empower students to take control of their own learning and contribute to the continuous improvement of our nationally recognized model. Your professional learning community will provide a supportive and collaborative environment to fuel your growth and development. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to excel in all areas of life.

What You Will Do:

• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief of Paving Pathways to Success for all scholars and teammates
• Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Tennessee State Standards and JCS Instructional Guidelines
• Assess students regularly and refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs
• Communicate regularly with students and families and involve families as partners in their child’s education
• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs and improve instructional practices throughout the school
• Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Licensure with authorization to teach Career and Technical Education (CTE)
• 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
• Knowledge of subject matter, including State Standards and subject-specific frameworks
• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

Compensation

Journey Community Schools offers its employees a competitive salary and benefits, including paid time off, small payroll contributions for rich benefit plans, life insurance/short-term and long-term disability, participation in a TN state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.

Journey Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. JCS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.