Hamilton County Department of Education
2nd Grade Teacher
Hamilton County Department of Education, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Overview
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. Clifton Hills Elementary is an Expeditionary Learning K-5 school located in Chattanooga, TN. We have a positive school climate and culture for our faculty and students, where we consider ourselves a family and do whatever it takes to ensure that our students are successful. We are a previous turnaround school that has made drastic improvements within the past few years. Some accomplishments of Clifton Hills include being recognized as a state of Tennessee Level 5 school and a Model Demonstration School for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Expeditionary Learning Credentialed School, as well as exiting the state's priority list. Our teachers enjoy numerous opportunities to improve their craft through individualized professional development. Interested in joining our team? We are looking for teachers who are reflective, coachable, hard workers, and who possess a positive attitude.
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 Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K‑5) 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
Subject to change.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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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
Link to full Job Descriptions
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 Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K‑5) 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
Subject to change.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Administration Programs
#J-18808-Ljbffr