High School ELA Educator: Inspire Growth & College-Ready Readers

Hamilton County Department of Education; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Licensure

Job summary

Hamilton County Department of Education's Tyner Middle High Academy seeks a high-quality English teacher to plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to Tennessee standards. The role emphasizes engaging lessons, clear objectives, and measurable outcomes within a structured classroom environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Tennessee 6-12 English license or enrollment in a teacher preparation program, with opportunities for differentiated compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in 6-12 English or current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards.
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families.
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection.

Skills

Student-focused

Content knowledge

Classroom management

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Open to feedback

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tennessee teaching license (6-12 English)

Enrollment in teacher prep program

Job description

Hamilton County Department of Education's Tyner Middle High Academy seeks a high-quality English teacher to plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to Tennessee standards. The role emphasizes engaging lessons, clear objectives, and measurable outcomes within a structured classroom environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Tennessee 6-12 English license or enrollment in a teacher preparation program, with opportunities for differentiated compensation and benefits.