What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sam Houston Elementary K-3 Elementary Education Teacher- Full Time position at Sam Houston Elementary?
Job Posting for K-3 Elementary Education Teacher
Position: K-3 Elementary Education Teacher
School: Sam Houston Elementary School
School Year: 2025-2026
Type: Full-time with benefits
Sam Houston Elementary School is excited to announce an opening for a K-3 Elementary Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. We are committed to creating a nurturing and empowering environment where every child can thrive.
Certification Requirements:
- K-6 Tennessee Department of Education certification.
- Proof of highly qualified status and related work experience.
Desired Candidate Qualities:
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Desire to build positive relationships with students and their families.
- Complete understanding of the K-3 Tennessee Curriculum.
- Comfortable using data resources such as iReady, Aims Web, STAR Reading, etc., with the ability to share results with appropriate stakeholders.
- Approach to using both formative and summative assessment data to drive instruction.
- Confidence in integrating technology into instruction and effective two-way communication with all stakeholders.
- Understanding of student learning styles, age-appropriate instructional strategies, and educational best practices.
- Commitment to helping students develop life skills to overcome academic, social, and behavioral concerns.
- Willingness to organize, participate in, and attend after-school and evening programming such as performances, parent meetings, curriculum nights, open houses, and other school-wide activities.
- Possess honesty, integrity, professionalism, and a deep interest in teamwork and collaboration.
- Comfortable with classroom autonomy without a scripted curriculum.
Physical Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to perform any physical duties associated with this position (e.g., lifting 50 pounds regularly, sitting for extended periods, walking, seeing, standing for extended periods, etc.).
FLSA Status: Exempt
At Sam Houston Elementary School, we believe education is a powerful tool for change. We are seeking passionate individuals dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children. If you want to inspire and empower young learners in a supportive environment, we want you to apply! Join us in shaping the future of our students and fostering a community that values growth, creativity, and inclusivity.
Application Process:
All interested parties should submit a letter of interest and a resume by April 25th to Molly Rice, Principal at Sam Houston Elementary, molly.rice@maryville-schools-org. Additionally, all applicants should complete the online application with Maryville City Schools. Selected candidates will be contacted if they advance to the next phase of the interview process. Interviews will be held the beginning of May with a team of administrators and teachers.
