Intern - Work Based Learning

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits.  We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. 

Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. 

The purpose of this job is to provide short-term work experience that allows the work based learning student to observe and participate in a professional work environment.

Hixson High School is a 9-12 school located in Hixson, TN, just north of Chattanooga. The mission of Hixson High School is to provide an individualized, safe learning environment for all students to grow intellectually, emotionally, and socially in order to be productive, global citizens.  We have a collaborative culture committed to student achievement and teacher/staff development.

We are proud to offer our students post-secondary pathways through three Future Ready Institutes: Coke Cola Business Institute, CHI Memorial Institute of Healthcare and Medical Careers, and the Institute of Integrative Agriculture Sciences and Natural Resources.  In addition, Hixson highlights the arts through our orchestra, concert and jazz bands, concert and show choir, drama, and award-winning visual arts program.  Hixson has a plethora of advanced and extended learning opportunities to include: Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment, and State Dual Credit courses.  Additionally, Hixson High furthers its opportunities for students through its award winning JROTC Air Force. 

Students can participate in an array of sports, clubs, and organizations including but not limited to: football, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, golf, bowling, soccer, baseball, softball, cheerleading, track and field, FBLA, HOSA, FFA, National Honor Society, National Beta Club, Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy, Amazon Emerging Engineers, Engineering Real World Scholars and Environthon and Science Troupe.

We are looking for teachers who are committed to children, who are able to connect and relate with a diverse student body, and who respect all cultures and ethnic backgrounds.  Candidates should be competent in subject matter, willing to be pedagogically coached, and committed to being a team player.

• Participate in all required training
• Completes assignments that provide a working view of the organization or department.
• Performs a variety of assignments to gain work experience in the intern’s field of study.
• Follows established policies, procedures and protocols as well as federal and state laws and regulations.
• Follows established procedures for ensuring assigned areas are safe. 
• Acts in a professional, respectful, and welcoming manner at all times. 
• Works collaboratively with administration, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, printing work orders, purchase requisitions, payment vouchers, billing statements, and other documents as required.
• Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, sending/receiving faxes, or filing documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE:  This position is a part-time no benefits position.  The intern works under the direction of an assigned supervisor and work is closely monitored.  Duration of the internship assignment  may vary.  There is no expectation of continued employment when the internship is completed.  Internship may be terminated at any time by the Hamilton County Department of Education.  

Knowledge/Education/Experience:

Enrollment in applicable work based learning opportunity within Hamilton County Schools.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 
• Ability to calculate decimals and percentages.  
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.

Compensation:
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.
Minimum Salary - $15/hr
Salary Scale

Salary : $15