Lower School Teacher

Battle Ground Academy•Franklin, TN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Battle Ground Academy is a coeducational, college-preparatory, independent school serving students in grades PreK-12 in historic Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 1889, BGA is the oldest PreK-12 independent school in Williamson County. The school’s mission to ignite and nurture student curiosity, intellect, and character drives dynamic academic programs in a vibrant learning community. Position Purpose: Battle Ground Academy is currently seeking innovative and engaging teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will integrate a keen sense of intellectual curiosity with a deep conceptual understanding of best practices in instruction and child development; possess enthusiasm for learning and a growth mindset; and actively support the school’s mission. Experience with the Singapore approach to math, Writing Workshop, guided reading, and project/problem-based learning is desired. Excellent communication skills, a passion for working with young children and their families, and a positive, servant-leader attitude are essential. The ideal candidate is reflective of personal teaching practice, eager to grow professionally, and willing to collaborate in a joyful learning community.

Requirements

Bachelor of Education degree in related subject
Proficient in the use of computer applications as required
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
Sit, squat, bend, and occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
Effectively manage a classroom of multiple students
May require more than 40 hours per week
Work in a dynamic environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of constituents
May stand or work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment
Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

Nice To Haves

preference given to candidates with Master of Education degree and relevant teaching experience.
Tennessee teaching certificate preferred but not required
Experience with the Singapore approach to math, Writing Workshop, guided reading, and project/problem-based learning is desired.
Excellent communication skills, a passion for working with young children and their families, and a positive, servant-leader attitude are essential.
The ideal candidate is reflective of personal teaching practice, eager to grow professionally, and willing to collaborate in a joyful learning community.

Responsibilities

Designs and implements engaging and innovative learning experiences in keeping with the educational philosophy, curriculum, and mission of the school
Demonstrates reflective and collaborative teaching, a growth mindset, and commitment to professional growth
Employs formative assessment methods to support and shape learning, and provides authentic and meaningful feedback to promote academic growth
Actively engages children to foster relationships so that every student feels known, loved, and valued
Manages classroom effectively while creating a positive learning climate that promotes active listening, fairness, and respect for varied perspectives and worldviews
Balances challenge and support, and demonstrates appropriate flexibility in response to individual student needs
Actively facilitates a safe and engaging learning community and differentiates instruction for students as needed by employing a variety of strategies and materials in a manner consistent with BGA’s inquiry-based philosophy
Promotes curiosity and innovative thinking; connects learning to other disciplines and authentic, real-world applications
Introduces essential questions that encourage exploration and fosters student questions that promote curiosity, collaboration, problem-solving, and academic risk-taking
Cultivates open, supportive, and consistent communication with parents, staff, and administrators in a positive learning environment
Maintains the highest standards of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct while actively supporting the school’s mission and enthusiastically serving as an ambassador for the school
Engages in the school community in the areas of school life, co-curricular responsibilities, and attending plays, concerts, etc.
Actively serves as an ambassador of the school in the community
Appropriately carries out specific assignments and fulfill other duties as assigned
Complies with all conditions as stated in the employee and faculty handbooks