Dynamic 5th Grade Math & Science Teacher (Interim)

Rutland Elementary; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson County Schools is seeking an Interim 5th Grade Math/Science Elementary Teacher for the K-5 scope. Starting immediately, you will deliver standards-aligned instruction, prepare engaging lessons, and implement literacy and RTI2 supports across grades K-5.

Responsibilities include administering screening, supporting IEPs/504 plans, differentiating instruction, collaborating with teams, and maintaining records and communication with families.

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor's degree and a valid Tennessee educator license with an endorsement covering the assigned work, or other credential authorized by Tennessee law, State Board of Education rules, and Tennessee Department of Education requirements;
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Tennessee Academic Standards, developmentally appropriate elementary instructional practices, high-quality instructional materials, assessment, differentiation, and data-informed instruction;
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tennessee foundational literacy requirements, RTI2, universal screening and progress-monitoring practices, and evidence-based support for students with diverse learning needs;
• Demonstrates the ability to implement IEPs, Section 504 plans, English learner supports, accommodations, modifications, and other student-specific plans applicable to the assignment;
• Has strong written, verbal, presentation, organizational, technology, and interpersonal skills and demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, support personnel, and administrators; and
• Meets the physical and other requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers standards-aligned, developmentally appropriate instruction in assigned elementary subject areas using district-approved curriculum, high-quality instructional materials, and evidence-based instructional practices;
• Prepares lessons, learning experiences, and instructional materials that reflect grade-level standards, student needs, prior learning, and appropriate instructional pacing;
• Implements the district-approved Foundational Literacy Skills Plan and provides required foundational literacy instruction and support, as applicable to the assigned grade level and instructional responsibilities;
• For students in grades K-3, administers or supports administration of an approved universal reading screener during required assessment windows, as assigned, and uses screening data to inform instruction, intervention, and communication with families;
• Participates in required screening and instructional processes related to characteristics of dyslexia and provides or supports appropriate interventions in accordance with Tennessee requirements and district procedures;
• Implements RTI2 framework through high-quality Tier I instruction, universal screening, data-based decision-making, targeted interventions, progress monitoring, and collaboration with school-based data teams, as assigned;
• Uses multiple measures of student learning, including formative and summative assessments, classroom performance, progress-monitoring data, and state or district assessment results, to evaluate learning and adjust instruction;
• Administers state-mandated, district, and classroom assessments ethically and in accordance with testing procedures and security requirements;
• Differentiates instruction and provides appropriate interventions, enrichment, scaffolds, and supports to address varied readiness levels, learning profiles, and academic needs;
• Implements accommodations, modifications, services, and instructional supports required by IEPs, Section 504 plans, English learner plans, and other student-specific plans and collaborates with appropriate service providers and support personnel;
• Supports English learners in accessing grade-level content and developing academic language in alignment with Tennessee English Language Development Standards;
• Establishes and maintains a safe, respectful, inclusive, well-managed classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Uses positive, proactive classroom-management practices and follows district procedures for behavioral, safety, and crisis-response concerns;
• Evaluates student progress regularly, maintains accurate grades and instructional records, and provides timely feedback to students and parents/guardians;
• Maintains required attendance, grade, assessment, intervention, and other student records accurately and confidentially;
• Communicates regularly and professionally with parents/guardians regarding student progress, attendance, behavior, strengths, needs, and supports;
• Collaborates with grade-level teams, interventionists, special education staff, English learner staff, school counselors, administrators, service providers, and others to support student achievement;
• Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, cafeterias, assemblies, arrival/dismissal, field trips, and other activities;
• Observes health, safety, emotional, and behavioral concerns and follows procedures for referral and communication;
• Completes mandatory child-abuse training and follows Tennessee reporting procedures;
• Maintains student confidentiality and professional boundaries;
• Adheres to the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics and related policies;
• Participates in faculty meetings, professional learning, parent conferences, data-team meetings, and school improvement activities;
• Uses instructional technology and district resources to support teaching, learning, communication, assessment, and records;
• Represents the school and district professionally and contributes to a collaborative school culture;
• Regular in-person attendance is essential to perform duties.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Technology skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tennessee educator license

Endorsement for assigned work

Job description

Wilson County Schools is seeking an Interim 5th Grade Math/Science Elementary Teacher for the K-5 scope. Starting immediately, you will deliver standards-aligned instruction, prepare engaging lessons, and implement literacy and RTI2 supports across grades K-5.

Responsibilities include administering screening, supporting IEPs/504 plans, differentiating instruction, collaborating with teams, and maintaining records and communication with families.