High School Math Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Valor Collegiate Academies•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Valor Collegiate Academies is seeking a High School Math Teacher for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year to teach 9th Grade Algebra 1. Valor is a top-performing public charter school network in Nashville, Tennessee, serving 1,900 students in grades 5-12. Our mission is to empower our diverse community to live inspired and purposeful lives through an innovative school model that blends rigorous academics and whole-child education within an intentionally diverse school environment. Valor has been recognized as an A-Rated Charter Network in Tennessee and is a national leader in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). Teachers at Valor join a supportive community dedicated to their professional growth through personalized coaching and high-quality professional development.

Requirements

Must have an active Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in Mathematics 6-12, or actively enrolled in an approved job-embedded educator preparation program.
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.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare daily lessons and materials in alignment with Valor’s curriculum and TN State Standards.
Teach 4 classes daily in one content area, with 2 planning periods daily.
Plan and lead 1 Intervention Block or Study Hall daily.
Utilize school-wide tracking and tech systems to collect, enter, and analyze students’ academic and behavioral data daily.
Ensure both academic and behavioral gradebooks are maintained with accurate information, in accordance with school-wide deadlines and policy.
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 that occur 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 and present 2 pieces of faculty Badge Work per school year.
Serve in the capacity of a “Mentor” and lead 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 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, and career advancement opportunities.
Access to an on-campus gym.
Unlimited classroom supplies.
Dedicated course budget for every teacher.
$2,500 years-of-service bonuses awarded after 3, 5, 7, and 10 years of teaching.