Inspiring Elementary Teacher - Shape K-5 Futures

Journey Community Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Journey Community Schools in Memphis, TN is seeking an Elementary Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for K–5 students within a small-school environment where each student is known and valued as an individual.

The role requires planning, implementing, and assessing instructional activities aligned with Tennessee State Standards, differentiating instruction, and maintaining strong communication with families to foster partnerships in education.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of academic achievement as evident in TVAAS, state assessments, etc.
• Experience working with K‑5 students, particularly those reading two or more years behind grade level
• Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and different learning styles
• Knowledge of subject matter and subject-specific frameworks
• Knowledge of Tennessee State Standards
• Strong knowledge of instructional best practices
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effectively analyze assessment data to implement data‑driven small group instruction

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief of Paving Pathways to Success for all scholars and teammates
• Design, develop, and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Tennessee State Standards and JCS Instructional Pacing Guides Guidelines
• Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their growth and development
• Communicate regularly with families and involve families as partners in their child’s education
• Adapt instructional materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching practices and stay current with educational trends
• Deliver engaging and effective instruction using a variety of teaching strategies and techniques
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning– may collaborate with outside vendors, and develop necessary communications internally and externally
• Implement behavior management strategies to promote student engagement and participation
• Demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior in all interactions with students, teammates, and stakeholders
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Job description

Journey Community Schools in Memphis, TN is seeking an Elementary Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for K–5 students within a small-school environment where each student is known and valued as an individual.

The role requires planning, implementing, and assessing instructional activities aligned with Tennessee State Standards, differentiating instruction, and maintaining strong communication with families to foster partnerships in education.