Location: Nashville, TN
Reports To: Principal
Position Type: 10-Month
Who We Are
Join RePublic Schools, a network of public charter schools serving over 3,300 scholars across Jackson, Mississippi, and Nashville, Tennessee. With seven schools in our network, we are on a mission to redefine public education in the South. Rooted in love, achievement, and belongingness, we address systemic inequities while cultivating inclusive environments that celebrate the identities and experiences of our scholars and community members.
Are you a passionate Humanities educator eager to inspire the next generation of critical thinkers, storytellers, and changemakers? We are seeking an innovative, resilient, and driven educator to join our team as a Middle School Humanities Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year at Liberty Collegiate Academy.
What You’ll Do
As a Middle School Humanities Teacher, your work will focus on the following:
Drive Academic Excellence
- Develop and deliver engaging, inquiry-based English Language Arts and Social Studies lessons that foster deep reading, analytical writing, and critical thinking.
- Use data-driven instruction to monitor scholar progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure mastery of literacy and historical analysis skills.
- Cultivate a love for reading, writing, and historical exploration while empowering scholars to engage with diverse perspectives.
Foster a Collaborative Culture
- Partner with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that connect literature, history, and current events.
- Participate in weekly professional development, embracing constructive feedback to continuously refine your teaching craft.
- Share best practices and resources with colleagues to foster a school-wide culture of academic rigor and intellectual curiosity.
Provide Specialized Support
- Use primary sources, literature, and culturally relevant materials to make learning engaging and meaningful.
- Incorporate discussion-based learning, Socratic seminars, and project-based assessments to deepen scholar engagement.
- Stay informed on educational best practices and emerging literacy and social studies instructional strategies.
Cultivate Meaningful Relationships
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues to create a supportive and inclusive school environment.
- Communicate frequently with families regarding scholar progress, fostering a partnership in their child’s success.
- Encourage scholars to explore debate, journalism, creative writing, and history-based extracurricular opportunities.
