6th Grade Math Teacher

Hamilton County Schools•Chattanooga, TN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools seeks a 6th Grade Math Teacher for Orchard Knob Middle School, a grades 6–8 learning community in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The school focuses on accelerating student achievement through rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, targeted interventions, data-driven practices, and strong relationships. Students have access to college and career pathway experiences, enrichment, athletics, after-school programming, and an eLab digital fabrication space. The school seeks high-energy, student-centered educators who are content experts, use data to inform instruction, embrace a growth mindset, and engage in continuous professional learning. The school describes its leadership approach as prioritizing coaching, collaboration, and teacher voice to support and develop staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Valid Tennessee teaching license in Mathematics 6-8 or 6-12 Mathematics, or current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program.
Strong content and classroom management skills.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to high expectations and academic achievement for all students.
Openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth.
Passion for supporting students' academic and social development.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Title I or high-need school settings.

Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards.
Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff.
Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families.
Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment.
Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection.