Elementary Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools; Nashville (TN); Sur place; USD 54 000 - 71 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and wellness benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Rocketship United Academy in Nashville is seeking a 1st grade Math Teacher who will deliver rigorous instruction aligned with Rocketship's curriculum and frameworks. You will participate in weekly coaching, share data-informed planning, and build strong partnerships with families to support every child’s growth.

The role emphasizes equity and collaboration within a dynamic school culture, with professional development and performance-based opportunities tied to student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Hold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K-5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
• Must maintain active and in-good-standing credential status once certified, throughout employment with Rocketship.
• Preferred: Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities.

Responsabilités

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEM.
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship's curriculum, while adapting to meet student needs.
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instruction.
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction.
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported; support SEL and Wellness initiatives.

Connaissances

Coachable

Growth mindset

Equity focus

Family partnerships

Lifelong learner

Formation

B.A./B.S. degree

Elementary K-5 license or eligibility

Description du poste

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Description

Our elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM. Every Rocketship school is supported by leaders who provide weekly coaching and real-time feedback in the classroom to help teachers continually grow their practice. Just as our teachers invest their time and energy in the progress of their students, we invest in their professional growth through collaboration, development opportunities, and eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence. Rocketship's collaborative learning environment extends well beyond the classroom. We are deeply committed to parent engagement as a driver of student success. Annual teacher home visits, monthly parent community meetings, and a vibrant parent volunteer network create authentic relationships, a rich school culture, and a devoted community that propels student achievement. This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Location

Rocketship United Academy - 320 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville TN 37207

Placement Details

1st grade Math Teacher

Our Ideal Teacher

• Coachable and growth-oriented, eager to learn from feedback and committed to ongoing professional development
• Resilient and flexible in meeting the needs of diverse learners, supported by instructional coaches and colleagues
• Passionate about equity, motivated to close opportunity gaps and help every child reach their full potential
• Skilled at building authentic partnerships with families and colleagues to support student success
• A life-long learner who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative school environment

Essential Functions

Instruction & Classroom Culture

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEM
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship's curriculum, while adapting to meet student needs
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instruction
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported. Support the whole child through intentional Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and partnership with Rocketship's Wellness team

Family & Community Engagement

• Partner with students and families through consistent communication, building trust and shared ownership of student success
• Conduct annual home visits with families and maintain ongoing touch points throughout the year
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals, and transparently share student progress
• Participate in school events and community gatherings to strengthen connections

Rocketship Professional Culture

• At Rocketship, teachers are part of a professional community built on collaboration, growth, and a shared commitment to students. Our teachers:
• Engage fully in weekly coaching, including real-time classroom coaching in the moment, and ongoing professional development to continually strengthen their practice
• Act with urgency and courage in the best interests of students, even when tackling new or unfamiliar challenges
• Engage in self-reflection, taking ownership of outcomes and learning from both positive and challenging experiences
• Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented staff culture where collaboration ensures every student has consistent support
• Are recognized and rewarded for excellence, including eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and impact

Required Qualifications

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution
• Hold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K-5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
• Must maintain active and in-good-standing credential status once certified, throughout employment with Rocketship
• Preferred: Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities

$54,048 - $70,940 a year

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.

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