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LEAD Public Schools

High School - Science Teacher (2026-2027 Opportunity)

LEAD Public Schools, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Base Pay Range $53,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Science Teacher REPORTS TO:

Principal Be a LEADer. Teach Science at LEAD Public Schools.

LEAD Public Schools seeks Science teachers who possess an unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels and a strong commitment to going above and beyond to meet their students’ needs to prepare them for college and for life.

Job Goal Our Science teachers work relentlessly with their teammates to ensure that all of their students not only are able to use scientific methods of research and discovery to enhance their understanding of the natural environment, but also meet the established Tennessee standards by the end of the year. This work is done through coaching and support from administration, implementing regular feedback, collaboration with colleagues, data analysis, and working to make sure that students who come in below grade level rise above the challenges they face.

What We’re Looking For Successful teachers at LEAD Public Schools are committed to putting in the extra effort to ensure that our students have access to a high quality education. Our teachers persevere through difficult challenges, set goals for our students, and don’t give up. We ask our teachers to be flexible, hard working, and constantly striving to improve their abilities in the classroom to meet our students’ needs. We are looking for high school biology teachers.

Position Responsibilities

Design and implement rigorous unit plans and lessons that meet the needs of all students with clear, standard‑aligned objectives and appropriate assessments to gauge student comprehension

Participate in bi‑weekly coaching meetings to internalize content, teaching moves, and classroom management to improve your practice

Participate in a collaborative learning environment with other team members including grade‑level work, content teams, and professional development throughout the school year

Execute school‑based duties that can include student conferences, arrival and dismissal, transitions, lunch duty, and other assigned by the school leadership team

Qualifications Our ideal Science teacher is passionate about developing young scientists, loves working with students who need the most support, is flexible, is coachable, and wants to grow as a teacher.

Experience

Minimum of two years teaching experience preferred, but not required

Previous experience with diverse student populations or in an urban setting preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree is required

Candidates must have either (a) valid Tennessee teaching license with the appropriate content endorsement to teach Biology, or (b) a valid out‑of‑state license that can successfully be transferred to Tennessee within 90 days of employment, or (c) demonstrate you are on track to complete the necessary steps towards certification in Tennessee.

Other Qualifications or Characteristics

Belief in the LEAD mission that all students are capable of success while preparing them for college and for life

Evidence of self‑motivation and willingness to be a team player

Application To apply, please complete an online application through our website (www.leadpublicschools.org/careers)

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Higher Education

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