Kindergarten Teacher

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

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Sale Creek seeks passionate teachers eager to inspire students and enhance their learning experiences. With a strong focus on collaboration and support, candidates are expected to deliver high-quality instruction while fostering a positive classroom environment. This role requires a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development in an engaging school community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Elementary Education (K-5) or be upcoming graduates.
• Experience in high-need or Title-I School settings preferred.
• Open to feedback and committed to high academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess effective instruction aligned with State standards.
• Foster a structured and engaging classroom environment.
• Develop relationships with students’ families and community.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Adaptability

Inspiring Students

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid State Teaching Certification in Elementary Education (K-5)

Job description

Overview

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

1. 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 seehttps://www.hcde.org/staff/human_resources/differentiated_compensationfor more details.