7,000 - 10,000 Signing Bonus - Certified Chemistry High School Science Teacher

STEM Preparatory Academy•Nashville, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

STEM Preparatory Academy is seeking a passionate High School Environmental/Chemistry Teacher to join their mission-driven community. As a public charter school serving middle and high school students from diverse backgrounds, STEM Prep is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to learn, lead, and thrive. They invest deeply in their educators, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, collaboration, and innovation. The role involves teaching 3 out of 4 classes on an alternating A/B 90-minute block schedule, facilitating personalized learning time, engaging in curriculum planning, collaborating with colleagues, and analyzing student data. Additionally, teachers will participate in school duties, student mentorship, and uphold school values. STEM Prep is dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and seeks educators who share this commitment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Ability to secure a teaching permit if not licensed
Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Must pass MNPS background check

Nice To Haves

Active Tennessee teaching license with relevant endorsement
Belief that all students can succeed, with a track record of driving growth
Strong relationship builder with students, families, and staff
Commitment to continuous feedback and professional growth
Passion for serving a diverse community
Willingness to adopt school-wide technology platforms
Alignment with and modeling of STEM Prep’s core values
Ability to motivate students toward high academic performance

Responsibilities

Teach 3 of 4 classes on an alternating A/B 90-minute block schedule.
Facilitate one 30-minute Personalized Learning Time (PLT) block focused on intervention, enrichment, credit recovery, or targeted skill development.
Engage in unit internalization and curriculum planning using school-adopted materials; submit weekly lesson plan arcs with rigorous objectives, aligned assessments, and teacher exemplars.
Collaborate during daily planning block, including co-planning with department members, weekly coaching meetings, and biweekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to analyze academic data.
Track and analyze academic and behavioral data using school-wide systems and maintain timely grade submissions.
Implement supports and accommodations for English Language Learners (ELL) and students with diverse learning needs.
Utilize instructional technology platforms (e.g., Google Suite, Infinite Campus, Kickboard) to support instruction and communication.
Maintain an 8:00 am – 4:00 pm workday, including assigned arrival and dismissal duties.
Participate in Staff Huddles (Monday and Friday mornings).
Serve weekly rotating duties (lunch, hallway, or transitions).
Attend weekly department or grade-level meetings held before school.
Engage in ongoing professional development, including 3 weeks of summer faculty training and biweekly after-school professional learning sessions.
Contribute to school-wide events such as family engagement nights, academic showcases, and recognition programs.
Serve as an advisor to a small cohort of students, supporting academic monitoring, goal-setting, and social-emotional development.
Deliver advisory, SEL-based, or Morning Mindfulness lessons aligned to state standards.
Supervise and participate in school-wide activities including Walk & Talk sessions, Club Days, field trips, assemblies, and special events.
Uphold and model the school’s values, culture systems, and student management policies.
Maintain Tier 1 classroom management and follow the progressive discipline matrix when necessary.
Track and input behavior data into Kickboard to ensure strong communication with families and school leaders.
Participate in Grade-Level Community Meetings recognizing scholars who exemplify integrity, imagination, drive, collaboration, and inquiry.
Implement ELL accommodations across all content areas.