Teacher Music CHORAL- Tulip Grove ES (2026-2027)

Music City Center•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Music CHORAL at Tulip Grove Elementary School plans, organizes, and implements structured lessons using current instructional strategies and theories to teach K–12 students. The role delivers instruction in an in-person classroom and uses lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, technology, and other learning materials to support student comprehension. The teacher plans lessons and balanced instructional activities, assesses student understanding, supports students who need additional help, and collaborates with colleagues and administrators to develop and improve academic programs in accordance with approved curricula. The position also involves classroom and student administration, including attendance, timely communication with families and school staff, observation and evaluation of student performance and development, and maintaining accurate records. The teacher attends faculty meetings, training workshops, and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence. This is a school-based position with a stated duration of 201 days per year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
Teaching certification or license from the Tennessee Department of Education with 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 the learner.
Student management skills.
Demonstrated 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

Instruct students in an in-person classroom using lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective teaching methods.
Prepare lessons and outlines that effectively cover instructional material.
Plan and conduct a balanced program of instruction, demonstrations, and work time that gives students opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Administer assessments to monitor student comprehension.
Tutor students who need extra help and guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula.
Use instructional technology, audio-visual aids, equipment, and other materials to enhance student learning.
Perform administrative duties, including taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding promptly to communications from parents, administrators, and staff.
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 laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.