Grade 6 Math Teacher- East Nashville MS (2026-2027)

Music City Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grade 6 Math Teacher plans, organizes, and delivers structured lessons using current teaching strategies and theories. The role instructs students in an in-person classroom through lectures, discussions, visual aids, and other methods designed to support student comprehension. The teacher prepares lessons, conducts instructional activities, assesses learning, and provides additional academic guidance as needed. The teacher collaborates with colleagues and administrators to develop and revise academic programs aligned with approved curricula, uses instructional technology and classroom equipment to enhance learning, and completes administrative and recordkeeping duties. The position is school-based at East Nashville Middle School for the 2026–2027 school year and has a 201-day duration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
Work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
Teaching certification or license from the Tennessee Department of Education with applicable endorsement, required upon hire.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to use instructional strategies that connect curriculum to learners.
Student management skills.
Ability to work professionally with students, staff, and parents.
Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.
Knowledge of school safety and security procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Teach students in an in-person classroom using lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective methods.
Prepare lessons and outlines that cover assigned material.
Plan and conduct instruction, demonstrations, and work time that give students opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Administer assessments to monitor students’ comprehension.
Tutor students who need extra help and guide or counsel students with adjustment, academic, or special-interest needs.
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs in accordance with approved curricula.
Use instructional technology, audio-visual aids, equipment, and other materials to enhance student learning.
Perform administrative duties, including taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding promptly to communications from parents, administrators, and staff.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Attend in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops, and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.