Middle School Math Teachers

Position Overview

Freedom Preparatory Academy seeks middle school math teachers for our network of charter schools. As a teacher you will introduce and help students develop mastery of concepts through consistent assessments, present content in varied ways, collaborate with colleagues for curriculum alignment, and support student growth.

• Embodies and models core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, community, and excellence for students, families, and colleagues.
• Upholds high academic and behavioral expectations through reflection, flexibility, and growth.
• Fosters students’ positive self‑view and supports learning through social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
• Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Creates and maintains positive classroom culture and community.
• Reinforces school‑wide rules and expectations in the classroom, including lesson planning, curriculum development, and assignment creation.
• Uses detailed data analysis of student performance to inform best practices.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, administrative, and district regulations.
• Works an extended school day to allow for collaboration, professional development, and communication with parents and staff.
• Works closely with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Dean of Students to implement strategies for student success.
• Completes other tasks as assigned by school administration.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Master’s Degree strongly preferred.

Certification:

• Valid Tennessee teaching license and endorsement(s) in the hired content area – or –
• Valid teaching license from a state that offers reciprocity with Tennessee – or –
• Enrollment in a certification program with eligibility for recommendation of licensure by the program or district.
• Eligibility for Tennessee teaching license required.

Experience:

• Two to four years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including students with low skill levels in a heterogeneous grouped classroom.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

$50,000 - $76,000 a year.

Benefits:

• Progressive salary increases from Year 1 to retirement stage.
• Zero‑$ monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN only).
• Focus on staff well‑being through our Adult Social‑Emotional Learning program.
• Support in obtaining teaching licensure.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal‑opportunity employer.