High School Math Teacher

Hamilton County Schools • Chattanooga, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

University High, launched Fall 2023, is a Hamilton County Schools (HCS) program for Juniors and Seniors located on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) focused on inspiring the next generation of young leaders to excel beyond their wildest dreams into a fulfilling career by centering our focus on relationships, relevance, and rigor. Our mission is to develop an extraordinary university-partnered high school education model in order to change lives through building community, making connections and developing career interests while cultivating creative and resilient students who Master rigorous content, take Ownership and initiative, embody culturally aware Communication, and illustrate a Solutions-oriented mindset. Via the collaboration between Hamilton County Schools and UTC, University High puts equity into action by equipping students with a deep understanding of how to learn and think critically; to empower and invest in students as stakeholders in their education and their community so that they can actively grow skills and habits along with content mastery to thrive in their learning and community regardless of circumstances. We are looking for equity-minded teachers who have been successful in a traditional school setting but realize that school can be so much more. Instead of a traditional setting, students and teachers get to experience themselves as advisors first, teachers second by supporting students in their passions and interests leading into a successful post-secondary career and lifestyle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in 6-12 Mathematics OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program
• Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth
• Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection

Benefits

• Salary Scale based on education and experience – starting at $50,000.00
• Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan
• Licensure

What This Job Offers

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