Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher - Apollo MS (2026-2027)

Music City Center • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Metro Nashville Public Schools seeks a Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher for Apollo Middle School for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher plans, organizes, and implements structured lessons using current strategies and theories to support student learning. Instruction takes place in an in-person classroom and includes lectures, discussions, visual aids, and other effective teaching methods.

The teacher prepares lessons, plans balanced instructional activities, assesses student comprehension, and provides tutoring and guidance to students who need additional academic or adjustment support. The role collaborates with teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs in accordance with approved curricula. It also involves using instructional technology and other learning materials, performing classroom and communication-related administrative duties, observing student development and performance, attending professional learning activities, and maintaining accurate student records.

This is a school-based position with a 201-day duration. The listed starting salary is $53,610.04; actual compensation may depend on relevant factors such as education, experience, and other qualifications.

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 the curriculum to the learner.
• 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 the required material.
• Plan and conduct balanced instructional, demonstration, and work-time activities that allow students to observe, question, and investigate.
• Administer assessments to monitor student comprehension.
• Tutor students who need additional help and guide or counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
• 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 to parent, administrator, and staff communications in a timely manner.
• 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, complete, and correct student records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level