Teach or Counsel in Memphis!

Shelby County Schools is accepting teacher, counselor, and librarian applications for all subjects and grade levels for the 2016-17 school year.

In addition to candidates who will hold a teaching license by August 2016, we are also seeking candidates interested in teaching on an alternate route license. We’re especially interested in candidates interested in teaching:

·       Chemistry

·       Elementary

·       English as a Second Language

·       Mathematics

·       Middle Grades

·       Physics

·       Special Education

·       Spanish

·       Technology and Engineering Education

Please see the Minimum Qualifications section for more information.

These positions will continue to post over the next month. Complete your online application now in order to be considered for the positions that best meet your interests and qualifications!

Why Memphis?

Shelby County Schools is located in Memphis, TN, a city known for its great food, original music, professional sports, and high-quality arts in the most affordable urban setting in the nation. Not only that, but Memphis is a hotbed and national leader for groundbreaking work in the education.

Our Compensation & Benefits

Teacher salaries start at $42,343. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered that includes health, dental, vision, and flexible spending account options. 

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and be eligible to work in the United States.

Additionally, candidates must meet ONE of the following requirements:

1. Hold full teaching certification in Tennessee or another U.S. state OR
2. Hold an undergraduate GPA of 2.75+ and pass the Tennessee Praxis II content exam requirements for the subject you wish to teach OR
3. Hold an undergraduate GPA of 2.75+ and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the subject you wish to teach (some exceptions apply when following this option)

If you qualify for option 2 or 3, you must be willing to enroll in education coursework if offered a position. This is required in order to receive a Practitioner teaching license in Tennessee. The coursework also offers support and strategies you can apply to your teaching.

Unfortunately, Shelby County Schools is unable to sponsor candidates who need an H-1B visa. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We expect our teachers to:

Believe that student failure is not an option Take responsibility for student growth Be masters of pedagogy and content knowledge Continuously develop their skills Lead and manage the classroom Engage all students Work collaboratively with peers Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

To Apply
Visit www.teachmemphis.org to submit an instructional application.

An offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a background check. At Shelby County Schools, we know that diversity makes us stronger and challenges us to think differently every day. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply to this position. Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, creed, age, disability, national origin, or genetic information.

Learn More
Website: www.teachmemphis.org | www.scsk12.org

For questions, visit http://www.scsk12.org/uf/employee/staff.php