Lower School Teacher (K–5)

Job overview

The Lower School Teacher (K–5) role is onsite in La Vergne, TN. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise. American Classical Academy/Rutherford is a tuition-free public classical charter school opening in La Vergne and part of the Barney Charter School Initiative. The teacher leads a class of 18–21 students in English, mathematics, history, and science, using direct instruction and Socratic discussion. The role advances the school’s mission by developing students’ knowledge and character through a classical liberal arts and sciences education.

What you'll do

• Plan and teach engaging lessons in core subjects
• communicate with parents about academic and behavioral progress and classroom events
• improve instruction and content knowledge through coaching, professional development, and independent study
• foster joy and wonder
• uphold schoolwide academic and behavioral expectations and the classical model.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lower school teacher

k–5

classical education

english

mathematics

history

science

la vergne tn

american classical academy

charter school

parent communication

professional development

health insurance

state retirement program

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• state retirement program.

Why this role

The posting seeks founding faculty for the school’s opening and accepts applications from new and experienced educators for K–5 positions.

About the employer

American Classical Education is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.