Kindergarten Teacher

Hamilton County Department of Education; Sale Creek (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hamilton County Department of Education is seeking a passionate Kindergarten Teacher to inspire and engage students at North Hamilton County Elementary in Sale Creek, TN. This role involves developing effective lesson plans, managing classroom environments, and building strong family connections. Ideal candidates are team players committed to high academic achievement with relevant teaching certifications.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Elementary Education (K-5).
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in high-need or Title-I School settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned with state standards.
• Foster a well-structured and engaging learning environment.
• Develop strong relationships with students' families.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

State of Tennessee teaching certification in Elementary Education (K-5)

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Overview

Job Description

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

North Hamilton County Elementary is a preK-5 school located in Sale Creek, TN, just north of Chattanooga. Our teachers appreciate our small community, supportive parents, teacher collaboration, students who are eager to learn, and an atmosphere of learning amongst students and teachers. Our House System adds excitement and accountability and helps reinforce our positive school culture.

We are looking for teachers who are team players, eager to learn, and willing to continuously adapt to students’ needs. Our teachers are passionate about learning and love working with kids. At NHCE, we are excited to offer our teachers a mentoring program for new teachers and after school support sessions.

Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess effective instruction that is tightly aligned with State standards.
• Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals aligned with State standards and/or unit outcomes. Frequently plans collaboratively with colleagues.
• Conveys high expectations while using multiple effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices that involve and motivate students while differentiating instruction to meet students’ needs.
• Uses colleagues and own self-reflection on instructional practice to continually improve instruction.
• Classroom Management & Relationships: Fosters a well-structured and engaging learning environment by utilizing effective classroom procedures and routines while showing caring, respect, and fairness for all students.
• Family & Community: Consistently develops strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children. Provides opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning.
• Professional Responsibilities: Actively seeks out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders in order to improve teaching & learning. Reflects on own instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.
  

Qualifications

We are seeking teaching candidates who are:

• Committed to inspiring and engaging students
• Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
• Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
• Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
• Experienced in high-need or Title-I School settings. Experience with English Language Learners is a plus.
• Professionals with high personal standards and integrity
  
  

Additional Details

• Teaching candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Elementary Education (K-5) or be upcoming graduates in an accredited teacher preparation program. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.
  
  

Compensation

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.

Salary Scale

This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions. Please see https://www.hcde.org/staff/human_resources/differentiated_compensation for more details.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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