Elementary K-5 Teacher: 2026-2027

The Position

Nashville Classical seeks educators who are committed to working hard, having fun, and making history. Our team educates a diverse community through a joyful, rigorous curriculum and within a structured, intentional culture, building a foundation of knowledge and habits for high school, college, and life.

Qualifications

• Valid Tennessee teaching license with the appropriate endorsement, or a clear pathway toward Tennessee state certification
• Bachelor’s degree
• Full-time teaching experience in a school setting
• Experience and demonstrated success teaching in a high-performing school, serving a culturally and socioeconomically diverse school community is highly preferred

Compensation

• Pays 5% above the local school district
• Offers competitive raises each year
• Base salaries range from $55,670 - $93,417
• Three generous medical plans available
• Eligible for full state retirement benefits

Benefits

• Yearly stipends for teacher-leader roles, extracurricular clubs, coaching, and additional roles
• All employees receive a Macbook computer, all necessary classroom supplies, and a $500 discretionary budget for classroom purchases

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.