[2026-27] 6th-12th Math Teacher

Grit

• We are “all in” everything we do. We have courage when facing challenges and are resilient in the face of adversity. Only by leaning into difficult experiences do we discover what we’re truly capable of. Education empowers us to prove what is possible despite the obstacles we encounter.
• Do
• More,
• Achieve
• More: Success requires hard work, and we work harder than anyone. With a growth mindset, we view every opportunity as a chance to improve. We cultivate a “winning mentality,” striving for excellence in everything we do. We believe every Prep scholar is capable of being on a path to achieving a post-secondary pathway of their choice to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

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 Math 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 46% proficiency on end of year TCAP/EOC exam in May and 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.