(SY26-27) Middle Grades Science Teacher

Chattanooga Preparatory School • Knoxville, TN

5d

About The Position

Prep Public Schools science teachers are responsible for the increasing student achievement, growth, and mastery of grade level content. Science teachers at Prep provide students with the foundational science understanding that students will need as subject areas advance. Teachers are tasked with delivering quality instruction and supports that facilitate student learning and comprehension, playing a critical role in students in helping students’ reach their post-secondary pathway of choice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required
• Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license with the proper endorsement code required for the assigned subject and grade level OR be willing to pursue a Tennessee teaching license with proper endorsement code required for the assigned subject and grade level
• Aligned or relevant coursework that indicates experience or exposure to the science content
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned and ability to pass a grade level aligned Prep content assessment
• Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an urban 6-12 classroom setting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and Prep curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• Learn, master, and deliver content and grade level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly
• Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis
• Leverage technology effectively for communication, instruction, and task management to enhance student achievement
• Establish a structured and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, fostering student character and classroom community
• Contribute to a positive and engaging school culture that supports student learning, enthusiasm, and a culture of brotherhood
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families through trust, understanding, and respect for their communities
• Provide targeted tutoring sessions to support student learning needs
• Actively participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, school duties, and campus-wide meetings and events
• Engage in ongoing professional development through summer and year-round learning opportunities at the network, school, and personal levels
• Commit to a minimum of 37.5+ hours spend at school per week
• Take on additional responsibilities, such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school, as needed to support student success

Benefits

• Prep Public Schools offers competitive salary and benefits, competitive retirement plans through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), including a hybrid 401K and pension plan. TCRS has been ranked in the top five best funded state pension plans by the Pew Charitable Trust.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees