Potential Certified Teacher

Overview

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education? STEM Prep is seeking dedicated,
Certified
Middle School and High School Teachers to join our mission-driven team in Nashville, TN. At STEM Prep, we are committed to providing a rigorous, inquiry-based education that empowers students—especially those from underrepresented communities—to excel in STEM fields and beyond. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact.

• At least a bachelor's degree or foreign educational equivalent in education or the subject to be taught and teaching license from state authority
• Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in the subject to be taught
• Demonstrated commitment to Anti Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging
• A Passion for aiding Children's Success
• A commitment to STEM Preparatory Academy and its values; an understanding of STEM Preparatory Academy’s mission and unwavering commitment to fulfill it.
• A high level of personal integrity and professionalism
• An unwavering commitment to high academic achievement and high expectations of all students
• A capacity to motivate and lead in order to yield the highest academic performance possible from all students
• A team-oriented approach and the ability to effectively communicate

• Plan, deliver, and assess highly effective instruction aligned to national and state content standards, and internal STEM Prep goals and benchmarks
• Enact the STEM Prep college preparatory curriculum using evidence-based instructional practices tailored to students’ needs
• Engage in continuous and sustained reflection on teaching practices and leadership behaviors, and adapt methods as needed to achieve school goals and performance objectives
• Develop strong and sustained relationships with parents and members of the community by creating opportunities for involvement in students’ learning and development
• Implement ELL and EE accommodations in your subject area
• Engage with a dynamic team of teachers, focusing on ensuring the success of all students
• Provide instructional best practices for students through attending high-quality PD, facilitated to all school-based teachers and leaders
• Serve as a test administrator for the yearly, state-wide assessment; collaborate with families and stakeholders to ensure the success of ELL students in their language development and grade-level content
• Plan and collaborate with STEM Prep teachers and colleagues to reach shared goals and objectives
• Foster a motivating, supportive, learning-centered culture of excellence in a well-structured and managed classroom
• Be innovative
• Create exciting and engaging, inquiry-oriented learning activities
• Other duties as assigned including extended professional development days

If you are a Certified teacher who thrives in a collaborative, student-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a community that believes in excellence, equity, and opportunity for all. The salary is a Step Scale based on years of experience and degree. STEM Prep Academy believes it is critical for our staff to reflect the communities that they serve and actively supports equal opportunity for all people.

We strongly encourage People of Color, Women, LGBTQIA2S+ Individuals, Individuals with Disabilities, First Generation College Graduates, and all other historically marginalized groups to apply. STEM Prep does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.