4th Grade Math & Science Teacher; TN

A 4th-grade teacher in a Tennessee public school is responsible for instructing students in core academic subjects-such as English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies-while fostering their social and emotional development. This role requires aligning all instruction with the Tennessee Academic Standards.

• Instructional Planning
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  Develop and deliver engaging, meaningful lesson plans with clear, measurable outcomes that follow state and local curricula guidelines.
• Differentiation
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  Adapt teaching strategies, materials, and remedial programs to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with varying abilities and interests.
• Assessment & Data Analysis
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  Administer diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, analyze student data, and adjust instructional plans accordingly to ensure high student achievement.
• Classroom Management
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  Create a safe, well-managed, and positive learning environment conducive to student success.
• Collaboration & Communication
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  Regularly confer with parents, colleagues, and administrators regarding student progress and behavior.
• Professionalism
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  Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and educational conferences to maintain and improve teaching competence.

• Licensure
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  Must hold a valid Tennessee Teacher's License with an appropriate endorsement for elementary education (e.g., K‑5 or Elementary Education K‑6).
• Education
  : A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Skills
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  Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; proficiency in using instructional technology to enhance learning.

• Schedule
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  Typically a 200‑day contract for the academic year.
• Physical Demands
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  May require frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting of objects up to 25–50 pounds.