3rd Grade Teacher

Overview
Job Description

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.

Normal Park Museum Magnet is a PreK-8 zoned magnet school located in Chattanooga, TN. Normal Park partners with six area museums and other local businesses to enhance each student's learning experience. We believe in teaching the whole child through engaging lessons which foster inquiry and exploration, while also maintaining focus on the emotional and social health of each student. Our students take weekly learning expeditions to our museum partners to build a deeper understanding of standards. Project based learning allows teachers to be creative with their lessons and students to consider ways to solve real world problems. We have a supportive parent community who volunteer at the school, provide additional funds for resources, and additional support for students. We have recently been awarded STEM Designation and our Tennessee Civic Seal.

We look for teachers with an excitement and spark for teaching. We desire candidates who thrive on collaboration and are also willing and confident to share new ideas. As the only prek-8 public school in town, we are able to offer relationships with students over several years and teachers can support students inside and outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection
• Link to full Job Descriptions

What We're Looking For

• Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus
• Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

Qualifications
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K-5) OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program

Compensation & Additional Info

• Salary Scale based on education and experience – starting at $50,000.00
• Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan
• Benefits
• Licensure

Subject to change.