Teacher

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School in Memphis, Tennessee is looking for a dedicated teacher to develop lesson plans and implement STEM-based curriculum for students in grades K-8. Candidates must hold a current TN teaching license and a bachelor's degree.

The role focuses on motivating students and integrating technology into lessons while working in collaboration with special educators. Strong communication skills and a proven track record of success in education are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Hold a current TN teaching license in appropriate subject area or ability to secure one.
• Have a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Proven track record of academic success in TVAAS and state assessments.
• Ability to work in an extended day environment.
• Strong inter-personal skills and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans based on common core curriculum.
• Integrate technology into lessons.
• Motivate students towards academic achievement.
• Meet with parents to discuss student performance.
• Work collaboratively with special educators.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Technology Integration

Project-Based Learning

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Current TN teaching license

Job description

The Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation located in Memphis, Tennessee, and serve students grades kindergarten through 8th who are eligible to attend schools in the Shelby County Schools district. GTW’s academic focus will be on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (“STEM”) that will be delivered through a fully integrated Project Based Learning (“PBL”) environment. Students will be engaged and learn through hands‑on, interdisciplinary projects that address real‑world problems and challenges, transforming students from passive receivers of information into enthusiastic learners, thinkers and problem‑solvers who assume greater responsibility for their learning. Emphasis will be on the principle that all students will graduate as collaborative, informed, resourceful and reflective individuals who are high school ready, college‑bound, career‑prepared, and community‑minded.

Job Description

• Creating lesson plans
• Teaching 21st Century Learners a common core based curriculum
• Integrating technology into lessons and plans
• Motivating scholars towards achievement
• Meeting with parents regarding performance and conduct
• Developing 21st Century Learner improvement plans
• Working with special educators in a co‑teaching model for students with IEP plans
• Work planning with school and community teams
• Attending required professional development training
• Create and review student assessments

Qualifications

• Hold a current TN teaching license in appropriate subject area or the ability to secure a TN teaching license.
• Have bacherlor’s degree or higher.
• Has a proven track record of academic success as evident in TVAAS, state assessments, and value ad data.
• Hold the belief that all students can learn at high academic levels.
• Uses digital content, technology integration, and project‑based learning in a highly efficient manner.
• Secured undergraduate and/or graduate majors aligned to subject area certification.
• Have the ability to work in an extended day environment.
• Has the ability to teach in an inclusion environment with a co‑teacher.
• Working knowledge of or ability to learn the Windows platform preferred.
• Offers proven track record in the implementation of blended learning.
• Good communication and written English skills required.
• A team player with strong inter‑personal skills.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.