High School Economics & AP Economics Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Valor Collegiate Academies•Nashville, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Valor Collegiate Academies is seeking a High School Economics & AP Economics Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, in-person lead teaching position at a top-performing public charter school network in Nashville, Tennessee, serving 1,900 students in grades 5-12. Valor's mission is to empower its diverse community through rigorous academics and whole-child education in an intentionally diverse school environment. The school network is A-Rated by the Tennessee Department of Education and is a national leader in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). Teachers at Valor receive personalized coaching and high-quality professional development to support their growth and impact on students.

Requirements

Must have an active Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement that aligns with the Economics course in the TDOE Course Catalog.
Must have already completed the AP Economics Summer Institute hosted by College Board or be willing/available to complete this required summer training in June or July, prior to the start of the school year.
Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship.
Belief that all students can succeed and a proven track record of promoting their growth and achievement.
Enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff to support a positive learning environment.
Craving feedback and a deep commitment to continuously developing skills as an educator.
Passion for serving a diverse community of students and families.
Willingness to learn and adopt school-wide tech platforms (e.g., Kickboard, Infinite Campus, Google Suite).
Ability to model, live, and reinforce school’s core values, commitments, and policies.

Nice To Haves

Pre-licensure candidates without an active TN license begin at a lower salary.

Responsibilities

Teach 4 classes daily in one content area, with 2 planning periods daily.
Plan and lead 1 Intervention Block or Study Hall daily.
Plan and prepare daily lessons and materials aligned with Valor’s curriculum and AP College Board standards.
Utilize school-wide tracking and tech systems to collect, enter, and analyze students’ academic and behavioral data daily.
Maintain academic and behavioral gradebooks with accurate information, adhering to school-wide deadlines and policies.
Actively engage in and prepare for weekly 1:1 coaching and weekly intellectual preparation (IP) meetings.
Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values, student management policies, and culture systems.
Own an arrival, recess or lunch, transition, or dismissal duty daily.
Participate in school events outside of normal school hours, such as parent-teacher conferences, signature experiences, field trips, IEP meetings, report card conferences, and new student orientation (estimated 25 hours per school year).
Engage in ongoing professional development, including 3 weeks of faculty training in July 2026 and weekly PL sessions throughout the school year.
Participate in faculty Circle on Wednesdays after school and complete/present 2 pieces of faculty Badge Work per school year.
Serve as a “Mentor,” leading daily lessons and activities to support scholars’ social-emotional development.
Plan, prepare, and lead student Circles weekly.
Provide coaching of students regarding Badge Work and their Circle presentations.
Track and input student behavior feedback through Kickboard to share with families, school leaders, and the culture team.

Benefits

Valor-subsidized childcare and priority seating at Little Wonders Day Care.
8 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Priority spot on the Valor waitlist for new student enrollment in grades 5-12.
75% coverage of health, dental, and vision benefits.
Retirement benefits including a hybrid pension and 401K with 5% employer matching.
8 PTO days annually and access to an org-wide PTO sharing program.
100+ hours of PD annually.
1:1 coaching.
Career advancement opportunities.
Access to an on-campus gym.
Unlimited classroom supplies.
$2,500 years-of-service bonuses awarded after 3, 5, 7, and 10 years of teaching.