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 joins STEM Preparatory Academy’s Middle School Team, which prepares students for college and beyond and works to close opportunity gaps. The teacher delivers standards-aligned English instruction and inquiry-driven lessons that build literacy and critical thinking. The role differentiates instruction for learners, fosters an inclusive classroom, collaborates with educators and families, and supports student development through mentoring and state assessments.

What you'll do

• Teach a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum aligned to 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

middle school english language arts teacher

8th grade english

nashville tn

stem preparatory academy

literacy instruction

common core

tennessee state standards

ell accommodations

inclusive classroom

family partnerships

tennessee teaching license

$47,659 starting salary

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Professional development, coaching, and leadership opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Education or English and a Tennessee teaching license with an English endorsement. The listing identifies the role as an 8th Grade English Teacher.

About the employer

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