English teacher

Job Description

Title: English (9-12)

Reports To: Principal

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Term: 10 months

Job Goal: Work with students to help them learn concepts in English.

• Hold appropriate Tennessee certification license.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Effective decision‑making and verbal and written communication skills.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, intellectually stimulating, conducive to learning, and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation. Establishes clear outcomes for all lessons, classwork, and projects. The outcomes are communicated to students.
• Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology.
• Serves as a model for the district’s mission, vision, and goals.
• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Posts grades in a timely manner and provides progress reports as required.
• Recognizes potential learning disabilities of students and seeks the assistance of qualified personnel.
• Assists with other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
English & Language Arts

• Michelle Tillman, Principal
• Haywood High School
• Email:

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