Chattanooga Preparatory School
Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality computer science instruction to middle and high school students while implementing state standards and school curricula. They must also manage classroom behavior, track student progress through assessments, and maintain strong relationships with families.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and possess or be willing to obtain a valid Tennessee teaching license with the appropriate endorsement. Experience in an urban K-12 classroom setting is strongly preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required Certifications: Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license with the proper endorsement code required for the assigned subject and grade level OR be willing to pursue a Tennessee teaching license with proper endorsement code required for the assigned subject and grade level Experience: Experience in an urban K-12 classroom setting strongly preferred Knowledge and Skills Aligned or relevant coursework that indicates experience or exposure to the content Knowledge of core academic subject assigned and ability to pass a grade level aligned Prep content assessment Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment Performance Goals You will be responsible for achieving the following ambitious targets: Academic Excellence: Achieve a level 5 growth on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System. High Quality Instruction: Achieve an “Effective” or higher rating on Project COACH rubric in the summative evaluation. Forging Relationships: Achieve an 80% or higher on the parent survey and student survey at the end of year in May. Compensation & Benefits Prep Public Schools offers competitive salary and benefits, competitive retirement plans through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), including a hybrid 401K and pension plan. TCRS has been ranked in the top five best funded state pension plans by the Pew Charitable Trust.
Market context
Computer science teachers in Tennessee are often in demand as schools expand access to technology and career-focused coursework. This role is competitive because districts typically look for a bachelor’s degree, a valid Tennessee teaching license with the right endorsement, and experience in an urban K-12 classroom. Review the endorsement pathway early and tailor your application to show classroom management and coding instruction experience; job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.