27) (2026-2027)

Music City Center•Nashville, TN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Grade 3 at Percy Priest Elementary School plans, organizes, and delivers structured instruction using current teaching strategies and theories. The role teaches students in an in-person classroom, prepares lessons, assesses student understanding, and supports students’ academic and developmental needs. The teacher collaborates with colleagues and administrators to develop and revise academic programs aligned with approved curricula, uses instructional technology and other learning materials, and maintains required student records. This is an interim position for the 2026–2027 school year, dated 10/19/26 through 2/15/27.

Requirements

Teaching certification or license from the Tennessee Department of Education with the applicable endorsement, required upon hire.
Work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
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 in a related field from an accredited institution preferred.
May require English-Spanish bilingual ability, passing a Spanish-language proficiency screener, and attendance at annual bilingual teacher trainings.

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 instructional material effectively.
Plan and conduct balanced instruction, demonstrations, and work periods that allow students to observe, question, and investigate.
Administer assessments to monitor student comprehension.
Provide tutoring and guidance to students needing additional help or experiencing academic or adjustment concerns, and support students with 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.
Complete administrative tasks, 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 policy, and administrative regulations.