Middle School Math Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Location: Nashville, Tennessee

Employment Type: Full-time, in-person lead teaching position for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.

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

• A-Rated Charter Network in Tennessee: Scored as an A-rated charter network by the Tennessee Department of Education, earning perfect scores in Academic Achievement, Academic Growth, Growth of Highest Need Students, and College & Career Readiness.
• Top 1% for Student Growth: Our middle schools consistently rank in the 99th percentile in student growth statewide, based on TVAAS data from the past 5 years.
• National Leader in SEL: Over 50 partner schools nationwide have adopted and implemented Valor’s Compass model for social-emotional learning.

At Valor, you'll join an academically excellent and supportive community that is dedicated to your growth as an educator. With personalized coaching and high-quality professional development, we invest in your development so you can make the greatest impact for students.

Your Role as a Teacher: 

Planning & Instruction:       

• Most teachers teacher 4 classes daily in one content area, with 2 planning periods daily
• Plan and lead 1 Intervention Block or Literature Seminar daily
• Plan and prepare daily lessons and materials in alignment with Valor’s curriculum and TN State Standards
• Utilize school-wide tracking and tech systems to collect, enter, and analyze students’ academic and behavioral data daily
• Ensure both academic and behavioral gradebooks are maintained with accurate information, in accordance with school-wide deadlines and policy
• Actively engage in and prepare for weekly 1:1 coaching and weekly intellectual preparation (IP) meetings 

School-Based Duties & Faculty Engagement         

• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values, student management policies, and culture systems
• Own an arrival, recess or lunch, transition, or dismissal duty daily 
• Participate in school events that occur outside of normal school hours, such as parent-teacher conferences, field trips, IEP meetings, report card conferences, and new student orientation. Estimated time commitment per school year is approximately 25 hours.  
• Engage in ongoing professional development, which includes attending 3 weeks of new hire and faculty training in July 2026 and weekly PL sessions throughout the school year
• Participate in faculty Circle on Wednesdays after school, and complete and present 2 pieces of faculty Badge Work per school year 

Student Mentorship & Circle Facilitation

• Serve in the capacity of a “Pride Leader” and lead daily lessons and activities to support scholars’ social-emotional development
• Plan, prepare, and lead student Circles weekly; provide coaching of students regarding Badge Work and their Circle presentations
• Track and input student behavior feedback through Kickboard to share with families, school leaders, and culture team           

Benefits We Offer: 

• Childcare Benefit: Valor-subsidized childcare and priority seating at Little Wonders Day Care.
• Family Leave: 8 weeks of fully-paid parental leave
• Waitlist Priority: Priority spot on the Valor waitlist for new student enrollment
• Comprehensive Benefits: 75% coverage of health, dental, and vision benefits; retirement benefits including a hybrid pension and 401K with 5% employer matching.
• Paid Time Off: 8 PTO days annually and access to an org-wide PTO sharing program.
• Professional Growth: 100+ hours of PD annually, 1:1 coaching, and career advancement opportunities.
• Additional Perks: Access to an on-campus gym, unlimited classroom supplies, and a dedicated course budget for every teacher.

Compensation: At Valor, we value the dedication and experience teachers bring to the classroom. Our salary schedule is designed to be