Kindergarten Teacher

Rocketship Nashville Northeast EducatorAt Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.Position Description Rocketship Nashville Northeast seeks educators who believe strong relationships are the foundation of academic success. Our students thrive when teachers pair high expectations with warmth, consistency, and genuine care. Successful educators on this campus create structured, engaging classrooms where clear routines and proactive behavior systems allow all students to feel safe, supported, and challenged. This role is ideal for reflective professionals who embrace coaching, continuously refine their practice, and approach their work with cultural awareness and curiosity about students' lived experiences. The work is meaningful and requires resilience, emotional stamina, and a deep belief in every child's potential. Strong candidates demonstrate heart paired with high expectations, consistent classroom presence, coachability, empathy, and persistence. If you are motivated by building trust, maintaining structure, and driving meaningful student growth, we encourage you to apply to join the Rocketship Nashville Northeast team. This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.Location: 2526 Dickerson Pike, Nashville TN 37207Our Ideal TeacherCoachable and growth-oriented, eager to learn from feedback and committed to ongoing professional developmentResilient and flexible in meeting the needs of diverse learners, supported by instructional coaches and colleaguesPassionate about equity, motivated to close opportunity gaps and help every child reach their full potentialSkilled at building authentic partnerships with families and colleagues to support student successA life-long learner who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative school environmentEssential FunctionsThe essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEMDeliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship's curriculum, while adapting to meet student needsSubmit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instructionAnalyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instructionPartner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported. Support the whole child through intentional Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and partnership with Rocketship's Wellness teamPartner with students and families through consistent communication, building trust and shared ownership of student successConduct annual home visits with families and maintain ongoing touch points throughout the yearEngage families in setting academic and behavioral goals, and transparently share student progressParticipate in school events and community gatherings to strengthen connectionsRocketship Professional CultureAt Rocketship, teachers are part of a professional community built on collaboration, growth, and a shared commitment to students. Our teachers:Engage fully in weekly coaching, including real-time classroom coaching in the moment, and ongoing professional development to continually strengthen their practiceAct with urgency and courage in the best interests of students, even when tackling new or unfamiliar challengesEngage in self-reflection, taking ownership of outcomes and learning from both positive and challenging experiencesCommunicate openly and effectively with colleagues and familiesContribute to a positive, team-oriented staff culture where collaboration ensures every student has consistent supportAre recognized and rewarded for excellence, including eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and impactRequired QualificationsHold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institutionHold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K–5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.Must maintain active and in-good-standing credential status once certified, throughout employment with RocketshipPreferred: Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities$54,048 - $70,940 a yearPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.