Overview
Lead Teacher, ELA – Grades 7-8 (2025-26 School Year) Jobs in Nashville, TN at Martha Obryan Center
Position
In accordance with the Explore! Community School mission and values, Lead Teachers are instrumental in leading students to phenomenal achievements and the creation of beautiful work, as well as being integral partners in the growth of the school. We are seeking a diverse team of smart, passionate, and driven educators who believe that all students can learn at the highest level. We look for teachers who are genuinely warm and kind, thrive in an entrepreneurial culture, care about having fun at work, have a track record of high performance, and are committed to high-quality, progressive instruction.
Responsibilities
Create a positive, supportive classroom culture that promotes joy, self-discipline and Explore!’s core values
Plan and implement creative, organized, and engaging lessons based on Tennessee State Standards
Design and implement cross-curricular, project-based learning units of study
Differentiate instruction to support all students in the learning process, including students with disabilities and English language learners
Provide interventions through Response to Intervention (RTI) and monitor accurate records
Work in partnership with an Associate Teacher (if applicable), grade level team and volunteers, providing coaching and direction to enhance student learning
Attend weekly professional meetings (IEPs, grade level team, parent conferences, etc.)
Maintain close relationships with families and caregivers, including phone calls and virtual/in-person conferences
Support and collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure school-wide success
Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction
Qualifications
Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with all stakeholders
Experience in teaching elementary or middle school students, preferably incorporating Project-Based Learning
Demonstrate strong classroom and time management skills
Proven ability to work as a member of a team with a commitment to his/her own learning
Experience designing and implementing differentiated lessons in all subject areas
Capacity to teach Mathematics and Science using inquiry-based and hands-on methodology
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
Holds or is eligible to secure a valid TN State teacher certification
Additional skills that enhance students’ academic experience (e.g. multi-lingual, musician, etc.) highly sought
Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. Compensation for actively licensed Tennessee educators is 5% above the MNPS 10-month salary schedule (201 days) for years of certified experience and degrees earned.
As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Title: Lead Teacher, ELA – Grades 7-8 (2025-26 School Year)
Company: Martha Obryan Center
Location: Nashville, TN
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