World Language Teacher

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.

East Ridge Middle

East Ridge Middle School is a dynamic 6-8 school in Chattanooga, TN, rooted in diversity and built on the pillars of engaging, relating, motivating, and serving every child. Our Vision is to be a learning community that transforms students into responsible citizens through intellectual growth, character building, and social development.

From academics to athletics, ERMS students are engaged year-round, thriving in a supportive and inspiring environment. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to ensure student success, offering morning tutoring, staying late to coach, and fostering meaningful connections that make the middle school experience unforgettable.

Our Mission, the Pioneer Way, is at the heart of our community. Students and staff embody the principles of Being Respectful, Responsible, Resilient, and Ready, which guide their interactions with peers, teachers, and the broader school community.

As a racially diverse community—45% Hispanic, 24% African American, 22% White, and 9% other—we celebrate our differences and work together to provide equitable opportunities for all students. ERMS seeks educators with a growth mindset and high expectations for every child, teachers who bring passion and a “heart” for student success while embracing the Pioneer Way.

World Languages: Spanish

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Spanish Teacher to inspire and engage students in grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will create a dynamic and immersive language-learning environment, emphasizing cultural appreciation and communication skills. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and fostering a love for Spanish language and culture.

Responsibilities:

1. 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.
2. 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. 
3. 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. 
4. 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.

We are seeking teaching candidates who are:

• 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

Additional details:

• 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.

Compensation

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.

Salary Scale

This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions. Please see https://www.hcde.org/staff/human_resources/differentiated_compensation for more details.