8th Grade English/Language Arts Teacher

Hamilton County Schools • Harrison, TN

2d • $50,000

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.
Brown Middle School is a 6-8 School located in Harrison, TN. We have a collaborative atmosphere and a culture that promotes life-long learning. We are focused on motivating our students to succeed by building their self-confidence, as well as their knowledge base, to achieve great things. We pride ourselves on being laser-focused on teaching and learning and basing every decision on what is best for students.
We are looking for teachers who are enthusiastic about collaborating with their colleagues, committed to motivating students, and driven to learning how to improve their teaching craft. Do you have a passion for life-long learning as an educator and a professional? Join us at Brown Middle!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in English Language Arts 6-8, 6-12 English Language Arts OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program

Nice To Haves

• Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus
• Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

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
• Link to full Job Descriptions

Benefits

• Salary Scale based on education and experience – starting at $50,000.00
• Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan
• Benefits
• Licensure
• Subject to change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time