Math Teacher - Pearl Cohn High (2026-2027)

Music City Center•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Math Teacher at Pearl Cohn High plans, organizes, and delivers structured instruction to K–12 students using current teaching strategies and theories. The position teaches in an in-person classroom and uses lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, technology, and other materials to support student comprehension. The teacher prepares lessons, plans balanced instructional activities, assesses student understanding, and provides tutoring and guidance to students who need additional help or have academic interests or adjustment challenges. The teacher collaborates with teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs in line with approved curricula. The role also includes classroom and administrative duties, observing and evaluating student performance and development, maintaining accurate student records, and participating in faculty meetings, training workshops, and educational conferences. A Tennessee Department of Education teaching certification or license with applicable endorsement is required upon hire. The position is school-based and serves 201 days per year. Starting salary is $53,610.04; compensation may vary based on relevant factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
Work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
Tennessee Department of Education teaching certification/license with applicable endorsement, required upon hire.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to use instructional strategies that connect curriculum to learners.
Student management skills.
Ability to work professionally with students, staff, and parents.
Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.
Knowledge of school safety and security procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.

Responsibilities

Teach students in an in-person classroom using lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective methods.
Prepare lessons and outlines that cover the instructional material effectively.
Plan and conduct balanced instruction, demonstrations, and work activities that allow students to observe, question, and investigate.
Administer assessments to monitor student comprehension.
Tutor students who need extra help and guide or counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs in accordance with approved curricula.
Use instructional technology, audiovisual aids, equipment, and other materials to enhance student learning.
Perform administrative duties, including taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to communications from parents, administrators, and staff in a timely manner.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Attend in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops, and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations.