Middle School - Science Teacher

LEAD Public Schools • Nashville, TN

7d • $55,000 - $100,000

About The Position

LEAD Public Schools seeks a Middle School Science Teacher committed to helping all students achieve at high levels and preparing them for college and life. The teacher develops young scientists, supports students who need additional help, and works collaboratively with colleagues and administrators to improve instruction. Science instruction should help students use scientific methods of research and discovery to understand the natural environment and meet Tennessee standards by the end of the year. Teachers receive coaching and feedback, collaborate with colleagues, analyze data, and work to help students who enter below grade level overcome academic challenges.

The role involves planning and teaching rigorous, standards-aligned science lessons, assessing student understanding, participating in coaching and professional learning, and completing school-based duties assigned by school leadership. LEAD offers performance-based compensation, benefits, retirement options, paid time off, parental leave, and a laptop for work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A valid Tennessee teaching license with the appropriate science content endorsement; or a valid out-of-state license that can be transferred to Tennessee within 90 days of employment; or evidence of being on track to complete the necessary steps toward Tennessee certification.
• Belief in the LEAD mission that all students can succeed and be prepared for college and life.
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to work as a team player.
• Flexibility, perseverance, willingness to work hard, and commitment to continually improving classroom practice.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of teaching experience; preferred but not required.
• Experience working with diverse student populations or in an urban setting.
• Passion for developing young scientists and supporting students who need the most support.
• Coachability and desire to grow as a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement rigorous unit plans and lessons that meet students’ needs, with clear, standards-aligned objectives and appropriate assessments of student comprehension.
• Participate in bi-weekly coaching meetings to internalize content, teaching practices, and classroom management strategies.
• Collaborate with team members through grade-level work, content teams, and professional development throughout the school year.
• Complete school-based duties such as student conferences, arrival and dismissal, transitions, lunch duty, and other tasks assigned by the school leadership team.
• Use scientific methods of research and discovery to help students understand the natural environment and meet established Tennessee standards.
• Use feedback, collaboration, and data analysis to improve teaching and support students who are below grade level.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with potential signing bonus and performance-based compensation of up to 10% of base salary annually.
• Eligibility for the Master Teacher program after three years, with potential earnings up to $100,000 and a $1,500 professional development stipend.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental insurance, life insurance options, and mental health benefits.
• Retirement options through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), including an employer match of up to 6% for eligible staff, or a defined contribution 403(b) plan for non-TCRS-eligible staff with an employer match of 50% of the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Teachers may also be eligible for a 401(k) plan to which LEAD contributes 5%.
• School-year employees receive 30 paid days during the school year, including holidays and school breaks, summer break, and the opportunity to accrue up to 10 PTO days.
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for adoption or foster care.
• Laptop computer with internet and/or email access to support job responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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