INTERIM ELEMENTARY TEACHER (Kindergarten)- Remainder of 2026/27 SY

McMinn County School District•Mountain View, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an interim teaching position for Kindergarten through the remainder of the 2026/27 school year at Mountain View Elementary School. The role involves determining students' prior knowledge, planning and delivering instruction to meet individual needs, and collaborating with colleagues. The teacher will utilize Tennessee Curriculum Standards and approved curriculum, employing various instructional techniques and technology for diverse learning environments including remote and homebound students. Responsibilities also include monitoring student progress, maintaining accurate records, enforcing school policies, and professional development.

Requirements

Tennessee Teaching License Endorsement for area of primary teaching assignment (PreK-3 certification or K-5)
Meet requirements of state instructional standards

Nice To Haves

No prior experience required, but teachers without experience will be assigned a veteran mentor.

Responsibilities

Determine, through student data, the level of prior knowledge.
Provide a plan of instruction that meets individual needs, interests and abilities of all students.
Follow all accommodations and modifications deemed appropriate by an IEP, 504, or administrative agreement.
Arrive to the campus punctually and remain present and engaged for all work hours as determined by principal.
Work with colleagues to establish and maintain a collaborative environment for planning, delivering, and reflecting on instruction and student data.
Attend all building-level and district PLC's.
Maintain a classroom culture that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of students.
Set standards for appropriate behavior, communication, and mutual respect.
Develop appropriate lesson plans and provide evidence when requested.
Facilitate learning for students using only Tennessee Curriculum Standards and curriculum that is vetted and approved by the McMinn Board of Education.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and technology for brick & mortar students as well as students who are remote learning, alternatively placed, or on homebound status.
Monitor students' progress toward mastery of standards via formative assessments and recognize accomplishments as appropriate and applicable.
Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain and communicate accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, policy, and administrative regulation.
Enforce and reinforce school policies and procedures.
Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
Attend staff meetings, perform extra duties, and serve on committees as required.