High School English Language Arts Teacher — 2027–28

Job overview

The High School English Language Arts Teacher role is onsite in Nashville, TN, at KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School and KIPP Antioch Global High School. The posting lists a BA salary scale of $56,000–$92,000 and an MA+ scale of $61,000–$100,000 per year. KIPP Nashville’s mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond. The teacher plans and delivers instruction, monitors student progress, and adjusts strategies to individual learning needs. The role also contributes to school culture, family communication, and professional collaboration in support of student academic and personal growth.

What you'll do

• Plan instruction and learning activities responsive to student needs
• use progress-monitoring tools and data to adjust instruction
• provide daily feedback on academic and character mastery
• collaborate with school teams
• foster a positive learning environment and uphold school values
• communicate student progress with families
• participate in meetings, events, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

high school ela teacher

nashville tn

kipp nashville public schools

full-time

2027–28 school year

$56k–$92k ba scale

$61k–$100k ma+ scale

english language arts

high school

tennessee teaching license

student progress

family engagement

10-month schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental and life insurance options
• Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System pension for certificated staff
• possible 401(k) contribution
• paid days and PTO
• parental leave
• laptop
• and Master Teacher Program stipend and professional development funding for eligible staff.

Why this role

Requires a valid Tennessee teaching license or proof of enrollment in a job-embedded Educator Preparation Program and a conferred bachelor's degree. The role follows a 10-month work schedule; salary varies by degree and experience.

About the employer

KIPP Nashville Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.