Elementary Teacher

About the role

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential and that every student deserves the right to dream, discover, and develop their unique potential. Our non‑profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents to enable high‑quality public schools to thrive in their community. Elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM and receive weekly coaching and real‑time feedback from school leaders. The school emphasizes parent engagement through annual home visits, monthly parent community meetings, and a vibrant parent volunteer network. This position is located at Rocketship United Academy, 320 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville, TN 37207 and reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal. Placement: 1st Grade Math Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEM.
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum, adapting to meet student needs.
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instruction.
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction.
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported.
• Support the whole child through intentional Social‑Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and partnership with Rocketship’s Wellness team.
• Partner with students and families through consistent communication, building trust and shared ownership of student success.
• Conduct annual home visits with families and maintain ongoing touch points throughout the year.
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals, and transparently share student progress.
• Participate in school events and community gatherings to strengthen connections.
• Engage fully in weekly coaching, including real‑time classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development to continually strengthen practice.
• Act with urgency and courage in the best interests of students, even when tackling new or unfamiliar challenges.
• Engage in self‑reflection, taking ownership of outcomes and learning from both positive and challenging experiences.
• Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families.
• Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented staff culture where collaboration ensures every student has consistent support.
• Be recognized and rewarded for excellence, including eligibility for performance‑based pay tied to student growth and impact.

Requirements

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Hold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K–5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
• Maintain active and in‑good‑standing credential status once certified, throughout employment with Rocketship.
• Preferred: Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities.
• Physical demands: regularly talk, hear, and communicate with adults and children; frequently use hands/fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; frequently stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders; required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus; work environment noise level moderate to high.

Benefits

• Excellent health and wellness benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Generous paid time off.

Pay

$54,048 – $70,940 per year (commensurate with qualifications and experience).