Lead Teacher, 3rd Grade ELA (2026-27 School Year)

Job Description

Job Description

In accordance with the Explore! Community School mission and values, Lead Teachers are instrumental in leading students to phenomenal achievements and the creation of beautiful work, as well as being integral partners in the growth of the school. We are seeking a diverse team of smart, passionate, and driven educators who believe that all students can learn at the highest level. We look for teachers who are genuinely warm and kind, thrive in an entrepreneurial culture, care about having fun at work, have a track record of high performance, and are committed to high-quality, progressive instruction.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, supportive classroom culture that promotes joy, self-discipline and Explore!’s core values
• Plan and implement creative, organized, and engaging lessons based on Tennessee State Standards
• Design and implement cross-curricular, project-based learning units of study
• Differentiate instruction to support all students in the learning process, including students with disabilities and English language learners
• Provide interventions through Response to Intervention (RTI) and monitor accurate records
• Work in partnership with a grade level team and volunteers, providing coaching and direction to enhance student learning
• Attend weekly professional meetings (IEPs, grade level team, parent conferences, etc.)
• Maintain close relationships with families and caregivers, including phone calls and virtual/in-person conferences
• Support and collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure school-wide success
• Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction

Qualifications

• Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with all stakeholders
• Experience in teaching elementary or middle school students, preferably incorporating Project-Based Learning
• Demonstrate strong classroom and time management skills
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team with a commitment to his/her own learning
• Experience designing and implementing differentiated lessons in all subject areas
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Holds or is eligible to secure a valid TN State teacher certification
• Additional skills that enhance students’ academic experience (e.g. multi-lingual, musician, etc.)highly sought

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. Compensation for actively licensed Tennessee educators is 5% above the MNPS 10-month salary schedule (201 days) for years of certified experience and degrees earned.

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.