High School Agriculture & STEAM Educator (Project-Based)

PURE Academy; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PURE Academy in Memphis, TN seeks passionate educators in ELA/History, Mathematics, Agriculture, Science, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) who are committed to creating engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences.

Teachers help students connect classroom learning to agriculture, sustainability, technology, leadership, athletics, and future career pathways while maintaining a rigorous college-preparatory environment. Fall 2026 start date is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or the applicable content area required.
• Master’s degree and/or prior teaching experience preferred.
• Active Tennessee teaching license (or eligibility for licensure) in the applicable endorsement area preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a positive, engaging high school learning environment conducive to student success.
• Plan and deliver rigorous instruction aligned to Tennessee standards and course objectives.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic needs of students.
• Utilize data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Integrate literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving across instruction.
• Connect learning to authentic, real-world experiences including agriculture, STEM, leadership, and athletics.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, interdisciplinary projects, professional learning, and school improvement initiatives.
• Assess student learning using various formative and summative measures.
• Communicate student progress effectively with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain accurate lesson plans, grades, attendance, and required documentation.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and collaborative planning.
• Support summer learning opportunities and school-wide initiatives as needed.
• Assist with student supervision and contribute positively to school culture beyond the classroom.

Skills

Content knowledge

Student-centered learning

Project-based learning

Interdisciplinary instruction

Technology integration

Collaborative environment

Organization & classroom management

Professional growth

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Active Tennessee teaching license or eligibility

Experience with diverse student populations a plus

Job description

PURE Academy in Memphis, TN seeks passionate educators in ELA/History, Mathematics, Agriculture, Science, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) who are committed to creating engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences.

Teachers help students connect classroom learning to agriculture, sustainability, technology, leadership, athletics, and future career pathways while maintaining a rigorous college-preparatory environment. Fall 2026 start date is anticipated.