LEAD Public Schools
High School - Science Teacher (2026-2027 Opportunity)
LEAD Public Schools, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
High School - Science Teacher (2026-2027 Opportunity)
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High School - Science Teacher (2026-2027 Opportunity)
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LEAD Public Schools
This range is provided by LEAD Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $53,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
Job Details JOB TITLE:
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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High School - Science Teacher (2026-2027 Opportunity)
role at
LEAD Public Schools
This range is provided by LEAD Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $53,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
Job Details JOB TITLE:
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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