LEAD Public Schools·Nashville, Tennessee
Design and implement rigorous, standard-aligned unit plans and lessons for high school Government and Economics. Participate in collaborative coaching, data analysis, and school-based duties to support student growth and academic achievement.
Job title: High School Government/Economics Teacher
Reports to: Principal
Be a LEADer. Teach Social Studies at LEAD Public Schools.
Our ideal Social Studies teacher is passionate about developing young minds to be aware of history and their role in society, loves working with students who need the most support, is flexible, is coachable, and wants to grow as a teacher.
Our Social Studies teachers work relentlessly with their teammates to ensure that all of their students not only are able to enhance their reading abilities by deciphering texts to inquire about historical events while also gaining a broader understanding of the world, but also meet the established Tennessee standards by the end of the year. This incredible work is done through coaching and support from administration, implementing regular feedback, collaboration with colleagues, data analysis, and working to make sure that students who come in below grade level rise above the challenges they face.
Successful teachers at LEAD Public Schools are committed to put in the extra effort to ensure that our students have access to a high quality education. Our teachers persevere through difficult challenges, set goals for our students, and don’t give up. We ask our teachers to be flexible, hard working, and constantly striving to improve their abilities in the classroom to meet our students’ needs. We are looking for high school social studies teachers.
Position responsibilities
Design and implement rigorous unit plans and lessons that meet the needs of all students with clear, standard aligned objectives and appropriate assessments to gauge student comprehension
Participate in bi-weekly coaching meetings to internalize content, teaching moves, and classroom management to improve your practice
Participate in a collaborative learning environment with other team members including grade level work, content teams, and professional development throughout the school year
Execute school based duties that can include student conferences, arrival and dismissal, transitions, lunch duty, and other assigned by the school leadership team
Our ideal social studies teacher is passionate about developing young scientists, loves working with students who need the most support, is flexible, is coachable, and wants to grow as a teacher.
To apply, please complete an online application through our website (https://leadpublicschools.org/join-our-team/)
Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Tennessee teaching license or eligibility for one. A minimum of two years of teaching experience, particularly in urban settings or with diverse populations, is preferred.
Market context
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.