Tennessee Career Academy (TCA) – Educator Positions

English/Language Arts (x2), Math (x2), Science (x2), Social Studies (x2), SPED, School Counselor

Fun and exciting opportunities await!

Are you an effective and energetic teacher? Are you bold enough to part of Tennessee’s only charter Middle/High School focused on academic excellence AND career and technical education? TCA is looking for pioneering teachers with the vision to do a new thing and be part of the future of Tennessee.

Our expectations for educators:

• Model the TCA Way Values of Respect, Courage, Dignity, Wisdom, and Servant Leadership

• Be innovative with developing and deploying lesson plans that align to Tennessee State Standards, the TCA Instructional Model, and students’ unique learning needs

• Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments and communicate results regularly with students and families

• Participate in and lead professional development activities locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally

• Create an innovative classroom environment where student engagement and participation come naturally

• Perform other related duties with joy in the spirit of collaboration

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Proven track record of academic outcomes

• Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and different learning styles

• Knowledge of content matter and related frameworks

• Knowledge of Tennessee State Standards

• Deep knowledge of instructional best practices

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of ALL students

• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data

• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

• Ability to connect and collaborate with students, parents, colleagues, and the community

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Excellent classroom management skills

Successful candidates will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred

• Valid teaching license and endorsement 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 preferred

Compensation:

Tennessee Career Academy offers employees a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance options, paid time off, life insurance/short-term and long-term disability insurance, and participation in the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS).

Tennessee Career Academy is an equal opportunity employer and we believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our policies and practices affirm this belief.

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and copy of your valid Tennessee (or reciprocating state) teaching credentials to john_barker@tncareeracademy.org

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