High School Humanities & ELA/History Teacher - Project-Based

PURE Academy; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PURE Academy, a Memphis private school, seeks passionate educators in ELA/History, Mathematics, Agriculture, Science, and CTE to deliver immersive, project-based, interdisciplinary instruction aligned with Tennessee standards. The role supports college-preparatory aims and real-world connections, including agriculture, leadership, and athletics.

Anticipated start is Fall 2026. Teachers collaborate with leadership and staff to foster trauma-informed, culturally responsive classrooms and to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or 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.
• Plan and deliver rigorous instruction aligned to Tennessee academic 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 strategies across instruction.
• Connect learning to authentic, real-world experiences including agriculture, STEM, leadership, career pathways, and athletics when appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, interdisciplinary projects, professional learning, and school improvement initiatives.
• Assess student learning using a variety of 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

Strong content knowledge

Student-centered learning

Project-based learning

Interdisciplinary instruction

Technology integration

Collaborative environment

Classroom management

Professional growth

Relationship-building

Real-world applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or content area

Master's degree preferred

TN teaching license or eligibility

Experience with diverse student populations

Job description

PURE Academy, a Memphis private school, seeks passionate educators in ELA/History, Mathematics, Agriculture, Science, and CTE to deliver immersive, project-based, interdisciplinary instruction aligned with Tennessee standards. The role supports college-preparatory aims and real-world connections, including agriculture, leadership, and athletics.

Anticipated start is Fall 2026. Teachers collaborate with leadership and staff to foster trauma-informed, culturally responsive classrooms and to