Middle School Social Studies Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Must have an active Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in either Middle Grades 6-8 or Social Studies/History 6-12, or actively enrolled in an approved job-embedded educator preparation program

Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship

Starting at $56,000 for certified teachers based on years of K-12 teaching experience; $44,520 to begin for pre-licensure candidates without an active TN license.

Salary:

Starting at $56,000 for certified teachers based on years of K-12 teaching experience with Years of Service Bonus. Pre-licensure candidates without an active TN license begin at $44,520.

Childcare Benefit:

Valor-subsidized childcare and priority seating at Little Wonders Day Care.

Planning & Instruction:

Most teachers teacher 4 classes daily in one content area, with 2 planning periods daily

Plan and lead 1 Intervention Block or Literature Seminar daily

Plan and prepare daily lessons and materials in alignment with Valor’s curriculum and TN State Standards

Utilize school-wide tracking and tech systems to collect, enter, and analyze students’ academic and behavioral data daily

Ensure both academic and behavioral gradebooks are maintained with accurate information, in accordance with school-wide deadlines and policy