Teacher, Science, 6-12
Company: Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy
Location: Mooresboro
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB POSTING & DESCRIPTION Job Title: Teacher, Science, 6 -12
FLSA Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal Terms of Employment: 10
Months Position Description: The Science Department at Thomas
Jefferson Classical Academy will strive to develop students who are
knowledgeable, articulate, and confident in basic biological and
physical science principles. Students will be able to design and
perform unbiased laboratory experiments, intelligently discuss
complex scientific processes, and present argumentative support for
those processes. Students graduating from the Science Department at
TJCA will move easily through first year college science courses.
The Teacher is responsible for establishing an educational
environment, delivering instruction, evaluating student growth and
performance, and implementing an instructional program that will
result in students achieving academic success in accordance with
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy public charter school policies.
Primary Responsibilities: Implements instructional activities that
contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in
meaningful learning experiences appropriate for a college
preparatory charter program. Identifies, selects, and modifies
instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with
varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. Assists in
assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for
improvement. Maintains effective and efficient record keeping
procedures. Provides a positive environment in which students are
encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with
students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with
students, parents, peers, and community. Ensures that student
growth and achievement is measurable, continuous and appropriate
for age group, subject area, and/or program classification.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with
students, parents, and stakeholders, as measured by Thomas
Jefferson Classical Academy school survey results. Assumes
responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student
performance goals. Demonstrates gains in student performance.
Participates in training and presentations relevant to teaching the
classical curriculum. Meets professional obligations through
efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring
schedules, coordinating. Performs other duties and responsibilities
as assigned by the Principal. All work responsibilities are subject
to having performance goals and/or targets established as part of
the annual performance planning process or as the result of
organizational planning. Minimum Training and Experience: NC
Teacher License in subject area assigned preferred. Applicants with
Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or other
relevant course of study and eligibility for Residency License will
be considered. Previous experience teaching Middle or High School
students. Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been
designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by employees within this classification. It is not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees
to this job.
Keywords: Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, Johnson City , Teacher, Science, 6-12, Education / Teaching , Mooresboro, Tennessee
