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SY2026-2027 - Teacher: Middle Grades

Perea Elementary School·Memphis, Tennessee

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

The teacher will provide a fully-integrated learning day covering subjects like social studies, science, language arts, and math while integrating social-emotional learning. They are responsible for evaluating student achievement, communicating with families, and modeling positive behavior and emotional regulation.

Description Teacher

Position Summary

The position of Teacher will be responsible for teaching students a variety of fundamental subjects as well as integrating a research-based Social Emotional Learning curriculum throughout the day. These subjects will include social studies, science, language arts (phonics, reading, writing, listening, and speaking), and math.

Essential Functions

  • We are currently seeking a Middle Grades Teacher for the 2026 – 2027 school year.
  • The
  • Teacher will serve as the classroom
  • Instructor and will: Provide children with a fully-integrated learning day. Teach students skills of self-regulation and communication. Teach students through active engagement. Engage students in lines of inquiry to enhance their learning. Evaluate child’s achievement of the overall grade-level expectations based on the TDOE standards. Communicate with parents and students regularly. Model emotional regulation for students. Teach appropriate behaviors in the school setting. Model understanding and response for behavior. Create and model clear rules in the classroom and for the outside world. Model consistent expectations for the classroom. Use positive discipline tactics that are developmentally appropriate aligned to Perea’s Student Support Model Help students develop positive relationships with each other and other people in their lives. Teach emotional intelligence in a way that is practical and relevant. Teach and model behavior of strong readers and listeners to encourage development. Teach students how to use words to express increasingly sophisticated feelings. Teach students the foundations of literacy and numeracy. Help families identify potential strengths and areas of growth to meet the individual needs of each student. Helps families’ access resources and supports for wrap-around services. Participate in professional learning; share professional resources. Praise students in order to acknowledge their development and achievements using appropriate words and body language. Conduct all work activities in a timely and professional manner reflecting best educational practices.
  • Support and reinforce
  • Perea’s
  • Core
  • Values: community, empathy, innovation, safety and excellence with our students, parents, community members, and colleagues

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a strong record of academic achievement Hold a valid Tennessee Teacher License or be permit-eligible Affinity for the compelling mission of Perea Elementary School Personal and professional integrity

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with a strong academic record and possess a valid Tennessee Teacher License or be permit-eligible. The role requires a commitment to the school's mission and high standards of personal and professional integrity.

  • bachelor degree
  • Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Professional development
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Classroom management
  • Positive discipline
  • Active engagement
  • Literacy instruction
  • Numeracy instruction
  • Student evaluation
  • Social emotional learning
  • Curriculum integration

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Posted
Aug 19, 2026
Application
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Perea Elementary School

Schools of Perea is a public charter school located in North Memphis accepting applications for its PK3 - 5th grade classes. Opened Fall 2018, our school brings a unique, nationally-acclaimed school model. We will apply thoroughly researched best practices to prepare our...

IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeEducational
Size51-200 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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