Elementary Teacher (South Gibson County Elementary School) 2026-2027 School Year

Job Description

Job Description

Gibson County Special School District

Consistently rated as one of the top public school districts in Tennessee, GCSSD provides all students with a rigorous and comprehensive academic experience, complemented by an extensive array of opportunities in the arts, activities and athletics.

Accountability is key in ensuring student achievement. The achievement of GCSSD students increases every year as measured by the state and independent indicators. But quality extends beyond data points. It is reflected in the myriad accomplishments of our talented students and is supported by critical partnerships and collaborations that are cultivated in Gibson County to ensure student engagement and success. You can see evidence of this success and accomplishment achieved through the hard work and dedication of our students and staff, supported by our GCSSD and Gibson County families and communities.

Mission: The mission of the Gibson County Special School District is to provide learning experiences through which every student will be well prepared for their life, education, and career.

Vision: Every student is engaged in a world-class education and extra-curricular experiences that successfully prepare each one for life through academic, social, and emotional learning.

Core Values:

• Students are our first priority. Every decision made and action taken must be based on the needs of our students.

• All students can learn and can be successful.

• We are committed to providing a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for all students, staff, and families in our district.

• Every student has access to rigorous instruction and high-quality programs.

• Education is a partnership among schools, families, and communities.

• Transparent and effective communication is valued and practiced.

Gibson County Special School District is currently accepting applications for an Elementary Teacher.

Position Summary: The Elementary Teacher is responsible for educating each student under his or her care and for challenging students, parents, other teachers and school staff toward achieving the goals set forth by the Gibson County School System curriculum for this role.

Required Education/Certification/Endorsement:

• B.A. or B.S. is required by the State of Tennessee;
• Teacher's certificate with Qualifying Endorsement Area

Gibson County Special School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion or marital status., in training activities or employment practices in accordance with Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Americans with Disabilities Acts of 1997 and 2004. Gibson County Special School District is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace.