Intermediate/Middle School English Language Arts Teacher (5th or 6th Grade)

Franklin Special District seeks top talent committed to fostering student success through a supportive, inclusive work environment. With competitive benefits and a best-in-class work culture, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and lifelong learning. Our mission is to attract professionals who bring creativity, dedication, and a student-centered approach to their roles, supporting a diverse community and helping prepare every student for lifelong achievement. We’re focused on building a team that values excellence, making a meaningful impact on our schools and community.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• To provide high-quality instruction to all students based on TN state standards in all assigned subject areas to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, prepare, implement, and assess instructional lessons based on the grade-level standards and the individual learning plan for each student.
• Provide grade-level instruction to all students in the classroom.
• Maintain accurate records in the following areas:
• Student attendance
• Student data/progress
• Parent correspondence
• Individual Education Plans
• Injuries
• Cumulative Records for each child
• Regular communication with parents regarding student progress and conference with parents as needed.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Conduct on-going assessment of student achievement and respond to the data to improve student learning.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Participate in professional learning activities.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Abide by Teacher Code of Ethics.
• Comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Supervise students at all times.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and community members.
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly classroom environment.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate Tennessee Teaching License with applicable endorsement
• Bachelors’ Degree or higher in related field

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic, complex environment and organize time and workload effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of staff
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees
• Ability to effectively perform job duties with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated problem solving and time management abilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling and twisting
• Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior (only after training completed)
• May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather), exposure to noise
• Work with frequent interruptions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Public school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Franklin, TN 37064 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Franklin, TN 37064: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,000 - $95,000