Teacher, Science 6- (2026-2027 School Year)
About The Position
Behind every successful student is a passionate and dedicated team. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to excel in all areas of life. As a teacher at Journey Community Schools (JCS), you will deliver high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual. You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing instructional activities to meet the diverse needs of students. This role requires strong communication skills, a passion for teaching, and the ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
Requirements
- Proven track record of academic achievement as evident in TVAAS, state assessments, etc.
- Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and different learning styles
- Knowledge of subject matter and subject-specific frameworks
- Knowledge of Tennessee State Standards
- Strong knowledge of instructional best practices
- Ability and willingness to implement JCS Strategic Practices
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
- Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective classroom management skills
- Effectively analyze assessment data to implement data-driven small group instruction
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
- Valid teaching license and endorsement in Science with the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) or a valid teaching license and endorsement from a state that offers reciprocity with Tennessee
- At least one year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
- Experience and data to prove effectiveness working with 6-8 students, particularly those reading two or more years behind grade level
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief of Paving Pathways to Success for all scholars and teammates
- Design, develop, and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Tennessee State Standards and JCS Instructional Pacing Guides Guidelines
- Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments
- Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their growth and development
- Communicate regularly with families and involve families as partners in their child’s education
- Adapt instructional materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching practices and stay current with educational trends
- Deliver engaging and effective instruction using a variety of teaching strategies and techniques
- Foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students
- Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning– may collaborate with outside vendors, and develop necessary communications internally and externally
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote student engagement and participation
- Demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior in all interactions with students, teammates, and stakeholders
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Benefits
- paid time off
- small payroll contributions for rich benefit plans
- life insurance/short-term and long-term disability
- participation in a TN state retirement plan
- tuition reimbursement plan
- adoption assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
