High School Chemistry Teacher (2026-2027 SY)
Valor Collegiate AcademiesNashville, Tennessee, United States
Posted May 1, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Valor Collegiate Academies is a diverse-by-design college preparatory charter school in Nashville, TN, serving 1900 students across three schools from grades 5-12. Founded with the mission to empower a holistically diverse community, Valor offers a comprehensive human development model called Compass, which integrates socio-economic diversity and social-emotional intelligence (SEI) into its curriculum. Ranked in the top 5% of Tennessee schools for growth and achievement since opening in 2014, Valor demonstrates that academic excellence and holistic student development are not mutually exclusive.
Job Description
High School Chemistry Teacher role at Valor Collegiate Academies in Nashville, Tennessee. The position involves planning and instruction, school-based duties, student mentorship, and professional development. The salary is $56,794 for certified teachers with no prior experience, with potential for annual increases and bonuses.
Requirements
- Active Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in Mathematics 6-12
- Authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship
- Proven track record of promoting student growth and achievement
- Ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff
- Commitment to continuously developing skills as an educator
- Passion for serving a diverse community of students and families
- Willingness to learn and adopt school-wide tech platforms
Benefits
- Childcare Benefit
- Family Leave
- Waitlist Priority
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Growth
- Additional Perks
