Elementary Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools•Smyrna, TN

12d•$54,048 - $70,940

About The Position

Rocketship Nashville Northeast seeks an elementary educator who builds strong relationships and combines high expectations with warmth, consistency, and genuine care. The teacher creates a structured, engaging classroom with clear routines and proactive behavior systems so students feel safe, supported, and challenged. The role is suited to reflective, culturally aware professionals who embrace coaching, continue to refine their practice, and believe in every child’s potential. The position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal. The teacher delivers rigorous instruction in Humanities or STEM using Rocketship’s curriculum, adapting instruction to student needs and using student data to guide planning. The teacher collaborates with instructional coaches, colleagues, and special education staff; supports students’ social-emotional development; and works with Rocketship’s Wellness team. The role also includes building trusting partnerships with students and families through regular communication, annual home visits, goal setting, progress updates, school events, and community gatherings. Teachers participate in weekly coaching, including in-the-moment classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development. They are expected to reflect on outcomes, communicate effectively, act in students’ best interests, and contribute to a collaborative staff culture. Teachers may be eligible for performance-based pay tied to student growth and impact. Compensation is $54,048–$70,940, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus health and wellness benefits, a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending account, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
Hold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K–5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
Maintain active, good-standing credential status once certified throughout employment with Rocketship.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities.
Coachability, growth orientation, and eagerness to learn from feedback.
Resilience and flexibility in meeting the needs of diverse learners.
Passion for equity and closing opportunity gaps.
Skill in building authentic partnerships with families and colleagues.
Commitment to lifelong learning and working in a dynamic, collaborative school environment.

Responsibilities

Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in Humanities or STEM.
Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum and adapt it to meet student needs.
Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with a coach to refine instruction.
Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction.
Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are included and supported.
Support students’ whole-child development through intentional social-emotional learning lessons and collaboration with Rocketship’s Wellness team.
Communicate consistently with students and families to build trust and shared ownership of student success.
Conduct annual home visits and maintain ongoing family touch points throughout the year.
Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals and share student progress transparently.
Participate in school events and community gatherings.
Engage fully in weekly coaching and ongoing professional development.
Reflect on practice, take ownership of outcomes, and learn from positive and challenging experiences.
Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative staff culture that supports students consistently.