Certified Middle School English Language Arts Teacher, 8th Grade

Job overview

The Certified Middle School English Language Arts Teacher, 8th Grade role is onsite in Nashville, TN. Starting salary is $47,659, with final compensation based on experience and degree. The teacher supports STEM Preparatory Academy’s Middle School Team and its mission to close opportunity gaps and prepare students for college and beyond. The teacher delivers rigorous English instruction and helps students strengthen literacy, critical thinking, reading, and writing. The role also supports inclusive learning through differentiated instruction, family partnerships, mentoring, assessment, and collaboration with educators.

What you'll do

• Teach a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core and Tennessee State Standards
• design inquiry-driven lessons
• implement ELL and EE accommodations
• cultivate a supportive, inclusive classroom
• collaborate with educators and participate in professional development
• build partnerships with families
• mentor students
• administer state assessments
• and contribute to the school’s culture of excellence.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

english language arts teacher

8th grade

middle school

nashville tn

stem preparatory academy

$47,659 starting salary

tennessee teaching license

english endorsement

literacy instruction

common core

tennessee state standards

inclusive classroom

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Professional development, coaching, and leadership opportunities are listed.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Education or English and a Tennessee Teaching License with an English endorsement. The posting highlights professional development, coaching, and leadership opportunities.

About the employer

STEM Preparatory Academy is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.