Special Education Teacher

General Education Teacher

Primary Purpose: Have the characteristics, core values, and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars, and provide optimum school structures to support their success as they achieve the academic skills, knowledge, and ethical foundation to be set on the path to college.

Position Details:

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Pay: Starting at $40/hr
• Hours: May vary - discussed in an interview

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid TN Teaching Certification in Special Education preferred.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students 

Skills & Experience:

• Believe that there is not a more urgent task than providing an outstanding academic and character education to students from urban backgrounds
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their students
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well within a team of high-performers
• Are goal-driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can-do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being open to feedback; are self-reflective and humble
• Willingness and flexibility to adapt to schedule changes to best support scholars 
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement ambitious, rigorous, and standards-aligned curricula, lesson and unit plans, and activities to meet and exceed academic standards
• Design and implement rigorous assessments aligned to academic targets
• Provide engaging, differentiated, appropriately paced, and rigorous instruction in whole-class, small group, and individual settings
• Establish and maintain a culture of achievement in their classroom; uphold school-wide and class systems, rules and consequences, disciplinary codes, and rewards at all times
• Analyze student achievement data collaboratively with colleagues and Head of School to critically and strategically respond to the learning needs of students
• Implement school’s data tracking system and use data to inform instructional development and delivery
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in training, professional development and learning activities
• Work to continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices.
• Use feedback to make productive changes in performance
• Complete all administrative requirements by given deadlines
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Participate in additional school activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout year.
• Participate in school-related community events, such as recruitment fairs, canvassing events, and fundraiser events as needed throughout the year

Work Environment:

• Classroom and school environment, which may include both individual and group instruction.
• May involve working with students in various settings (classroom, therapy rooms, or outdoor spaces).
• Frequent interaction with parents, staff, and administrators.