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2026-27 Middle School English Teacher (8th grade)

Freedomprep
Location
Memphis, TN
Posted
24 days ago
Department
FPA Flagship Middle (Jonetta)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Valid Tennessee teaching license and endorsement(s) in the hired content area or valid teaching license from a state that offers reciprocity with TN or enrollment in a certification program with eligibility for a recommendation of licensure by the program or district
  • Eligibility for Tennessee teaching license required
  • Two to four years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience preferred
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Nice to have
  • Master's Degree strongly preferred
  • Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with low skill levels in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting
What the job really is

As a Middle School English Teacher at Freedom Preparatory Academy, you will be responsible for teaching 8th grade English Language Arts, helping students develop mastery of concepts through various assessments. Your role will involve collaboration with other teachers to ensure curriculum alignment, maintaining a positive classroom culture, and fostering students' social and emotional development. You will also engage with families and colleagues to support student growth and uphold the school's academic expectations.

Benefits
  • Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
  • Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
  • Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
  • Support in obtaining licensure
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary figures provided, but salary scales are available online for transparency
  • The role requires working an extended school day for collaboration and professional development
  • Experience in urban teaching is preferred, which may imply a challenging environment
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