2nd Grade Teacher

Overview 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. Ooltewah Elementary School is a PreK-5 school located in Ooltewah, TN. Ooltewah is a beautiful town with an incredible community that continues to grow in population and diversity. We invite you to join our team if you want to grow as a learner, leader, and professional. We strive to elevate the teaching profession through focused instruction, on-site professional learning, collaborative teams, data-driven decision-making, coaching support, and focused team planning. We are looking for educational professionals who are passionate about learning, growing, and becoming the best educators they can be for OES students. Our teachers, staff, and administration are student-focused, equipped with a growth mindset, and have a team mentality. Responsibilities Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standardsDesign engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomesDifferentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learnersCollaborate regularly with colleagues and support staffBuild strong, respectful relationships with students and familiesCreate a well-managed, structured classroom environmentParticipate in ongoing professional development and reflectionLink to full Job Descriptions What We’re Looking For Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skillsStrong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilitiesCommitted to high expectations and academic achievement for all studentsOpen to feedback, coaching, and continuous growthExperience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plusPassion for supporting the whole child academically and socially Qualifications Requirements: Bachelor's degree requiredValid 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 $50,000.00Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan BenefitsLicensure Subject to change.