World Language Teacher

Hamilton County Schools • East Ridge, TN

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About The Position

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. World Language Teacher – Spanish (Grades 6–8) East Ridge Middle School East Ridge Middle School is seeking a passionate and dedicated World Language – Spanish Teacher to serve students in grades 6–8. Located in the heart of Chattanooga, ERMS is a vibrant, diverse learning community committed to academic excellence, strong relationships, and student growth. About East Ridge Middle School East Ridge Middle School serves a richly diverse student population and is guided by The Pioneer Way—Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, and Readiness. We are deeply committed to equity, access, and ensuring every student feels valued, supported, and challenged to succeed. Position Overview The Spanish teacher will provide engaging, culturally responsive instruction that builds students’ language proficiency, communication skills, and global awareness. The ideal candidate fosters an inclusive classroom environment, promotes student engagement, and collaborates effectively with colleagues and families. Key Responsibilities Deliver standards-aligned Spanish instruction for students in grades 6–8 Develop engaging, interactive lessons that support listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish Integrate cultural awareness and real-world connections into instruction Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress Create a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment Collaborate with grade-level teams, administrators, and support staff Communicate effectively with students and families Support schoolwide initiatives and uphold district policies and expectations Our Vision is to develop responsible citizens through academic excellence, strong character, and social growth. Guided by The Pioneer Way, our mission is to empower students to be Respectful, Responsible, Resilient, and Ready—values that shape every interaction and create a culture of belonging. We proudly serve a student body that reflects the richness of our community: 56% Hispanic, 26% African American, 15% White, and 3% Asian, Native American, or Pacific Islander combined. We are deeply committed to equity and access for all learners. Aligned with Hamilton County Schools’ Portrait of a Graduate, we prepare students to thrive academically, solve problems with resilience, communicate effectively, and engage in their community with cultural awareness. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or through service, ERMS students learn to take calculated risks, persevere through challenges, and work toward common goals. We are seeking staff members who can build strong relationships with a diverse group of students, parents, and staff. You will be a great fit on our team if you collaborate with others, embrace innovative and engaging strategies, work as a team player, and believe every student has the ability to learn. At East Ridge Middle School, we are more than a school—we are a family of Pioneers, paving the way for brighter futures, one student at a time.

Requirements

• Committed to inspiring and engaging students
• Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
• Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
• Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
• Experienced in high-need or Title-I School settings. Experience with English Language Learners is a plus.
• Professionals with high personal standards and integrity
• Teaching candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification with the appropriate World Language Endorsement, or be upcoming graduates in an accredited teacher preparation program. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experienced in high-need or Title-I School settings. Experience with English Language Learners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess effective instruction that is tightly aligned with State standards.
• Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals aligned with State standards and/or unit outcomes. Frequently plans collaboratively with colleagues.
• Conveys high expectations while using multiple effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices that involve and motivate students while differentiating instruction to meet students’ needs.
• Uses colleagues and own self-reflection on instructional practice to continually improve instruction.
• Classroom Management & Relationships: Fosters a well-structured and engaging learning environment by utilizing effective classroom procedures and routines while showing caring, respect, and fairness for all students.
• Family & Community: Consistently develops strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children. Provides opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning.
• Professional Responsibilities: Actively seeks out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders in order to improve teaching & learning. Reflects on own instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time