Upper School: Homebound Teacher

About the role

The Homebound Teacher provides direct, individualized instruction to a scholar who is temporarily unable to attend school in person, following the assignments and pacing set by the scholar's teacher(s), S-Team, or IEP Team. Instruction typically takes place in the scholar's home, in coordination with the family, and is scheduled during after-school hours.

Position details

• Schedule: After-school hours, by arrangement with the family (daytime hours during a school closure or extended absence may be considered case-by-case)
• Weekly Hours: Hours are determined individually based on the scholar’s educational needs and the recommendation or determination of the appropriate school-based team, including the S-Team, 504 Team, or IEP Team, as applicable.
• Compensation: Exempt, part-time; commensurate with experience and licensure
• Grade Level: 8th

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license in Middle Grades (4-8), or a Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education; license must be on file with the Human Resources office prior to beginning work.
• Experience working with middle or upper school scholars strongly preferred; experience with scholars with IEPs or 504 plans is a plus.
• Demonstrated competency based on current job assignment and performance standards as outlined in the applicable state model for local evaluation.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to the scholar's home for instruction.
• Ability to pass required background checks.

Essential functions/job duties

• Report to the School Director/Principal.
• Provide direct, individualized instruction to the assigned homebound scholar in core academic subjects, which may include English/language arts, math, science, and/or social studies, consistent with the scholar’s grade-level curriculum, assigned coursework, and applicable educational plan.
• Deliver instruction in the subject areas assigned by the S-Team or IEP Team.
• Follow the state and local course of study, and adhere to the rules, regulations, and policies of the state and the Emerald Charter Schools Board.
• Maintain cordial, respectful relationships with the scholar's family and serve as a liaison between the home, school, and community.
• Keep the family informed of the scholar's progress and hold conferences with the family and school staff as needed.
• Submit grades and progress updates on a regular schedule to school personnel and the Central Office, and complete all forms and procedures associated with the Home Instruction Program.
• Report to the School Director/Principal any known or reasonably suspected harm to a child's health or welfare resulting from abuse or neglect.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful working relationship within both the school and home environment.
• Communicate proactively with school leadership regarding scheduling, scholar engagement, and any changes to the scholar's circumstances or availability.
• Cook up with classroom teachers, case managers, related service providers, and school leadership to ensure instruction aligns with the scholar’s current assignments, accommodations, modifications, and educational plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of scholar records, health-related information, family information, and educational plans in accordance with school policy and applicable federal and state requirements.
• Follow all school procedures for home visits, including scheduling, sign-in/sign-out, communication with the family and school, maintaining professional boundaries, and reporting any safety concerns immediately to school leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.