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Hamilton County Department of Education

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Hamilton County Department of Education, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450

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Overview Orchard Knob Middle School is a 6-8 school located in the heart of Chattanooga, TN. At Orchard Knob Middle, we are committed to fostering academic achievement, personal growth, and community involvement. OKMS is a middle school focused on college and career readiness. Our students enjoy college visits every semester in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. In addition, our community partners assist us with this focus and we offer the following extracurriculars aligned with Future Ready Institutes: Culinary Club, Robotics Club, and Engineering Club. We also offer our students after school programs, athletics, an eLab (digital fabrication), and dedicated administrators.

We are looking for high energy, dedicated teachers who are experts in their content areas and who embody a growth‑mindset. Teachers who want to inspire children to be thoughtful, passionate and brave individuals. Our teachers take advantage of professional development opportunities and opportunities for growth, while our administrators work diligently to support and provide teacher voice while implementing derived feedback.

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.

Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards

Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners

Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff

Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families

Create a well‑managed, structured classroom environment

Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection

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What We’re Looking For

Positive, student‑focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills

Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities

Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students

Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth

Experience in Title I or high‑need school settings is a plus

Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Valid Tennessee teaching license in Social Studies 6‑8, 6‑12 Social Studies OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program

Compensation & Additional Info:

Salary Scale based on education and experience – starting at $50,000.00

Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan

Benefits

Licensure

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Education Administration Programs

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