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Physical Education/Wellness Teacher

Hamilton County Schools·Collegedale, Tennessee

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The teacher will develop and implement rigorous lesson plans and assessments aligned with state standards to promote student wellness. They are also responsible for fostering a safe classroom culture and maintaining strong relationships with families and colleagues.

Overview

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 Hamilton High School is a diverse 9–12 school located in Ooltewah, Tennessee, just outside Chattanooga.

We are recognized for excellence across academics, athletics, and the arts, and we are committed to preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond.

Our academic opportunities include a full range of Honors and Advanced Placement courses, as well as programs in business, AV production, and fine arts, ensuring that every student can discover and develop their unique talents.

East Hamilton offers educators a collaborative and supportive environment where the focus is always on what is best for students.

Our faculty is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a belief in the power of teamwork.

We value innovation, accountability, and professional growth, welcoming teachers at all stages of their careers who are eager to contribute to a thriving, student-centered school community.

We seek teachers who are passionate about their subjects, dedicated to their students, and inspired by the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

At East Hamilton, you will find more than a workplace—you will find a professional home where your skills, ideas, and commitment to students are valued and supported.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching & Learning - Deeply understand the Tennessee State English Language Arts Standards and establish clear learning targets and lesson plans for every lesson.
  • Build rigorous and aligned assessments and consistently implement high leverage literacy practices.
  • Follow Hamilton County Schools’ instructional framework, including: Ensuring Equity in Actions Setting High Expectations Building a Productive Classroom Culture Responsive Teaching and Learning Classroom Culture: Build a safe and productive classroom culture.
  • Positive relationships are evident, procedures are clear, and the classroom is safe and secure for learning to unfold.
  • Student and teacher interactions promote a growth mindset.
  • Family & Community: Consistently develop strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children.
  • Provide opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning.
  • Professional Responsibilities: Actively participates in professional learning communities (PLCs) with colleagues in order to improve teaching and student learning.
  • Reflect on instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school

Qualifications

Knowledge/Education/Experience

  • Teaching candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Physical Educaiton K-12 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
  • Skills/Qualifications: 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 Professional with high personal standards and integrity 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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and a valid Tennessee teaching certification in Physical Education K-12. Applicants from other states must be eligible for Tennessee licensure.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Growth Mindset
  • Instructional Framework Implementation
  • Assessment Building
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Literacy Practices
  • Professional Learning Communities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Collegedale, Tennessee
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Closes
Jul 16, 2027
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Hamilton County Schools

Hamilton County Schools is located in the scenic city of Chattanooga, TN. We are dedicated to helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are hiring, supporting, and retaining outstanding teaching talent in order to reach our goal of success for all...

IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypeEducational
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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In Tennessee, classroom teacher roles are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and the need to support student learning across grade levels. These positions can be competitive because districts look for candidates who meet state-aligned education or testing requirements and can bring classroom experience, basic technology skills, and student support experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which qualification path you meet before applying.

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