Middle School ELA Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

About the role

This position leads a class of 6th grade English Language Arts students in a full-time, in-person setting for the 2026-2027 school year.

Course Details

The starting salary is $56,794 for certified teachers, with salaries determined by a set schedule based on completed years of K-12 teaching experience. Pre-licensure candidates without an active TN license begin at $45,856.

Why Choose Valor?

• A-Rated Charter Network in Tennessee
• Top 1% for Student Growth
• National Leader in SEL

Your Role as a Teacher

• Planning & Instruction
• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Student Mentorship & Circle Facilitation

Benefits We Offer

• Childcare Benefit
• Family Leave
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Growth
• Additional Perks
• Compensation

Role Requirements

• Must have an active Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in Middle Grades and Secondary ELA endorsement area, or actively enrolled in an approved job-embedded educator preparation program
• Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship

Key Mindsets

• Believe all students can succeed
• Enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships
• Crave feedback and develop skills
• Passionate about serving a diverse community
• Willing to learn and adopt school-wide tech platforms
• Model, live, and reinforce school’s core values