Nashville- Elective Teacher

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.
 

Are you a passionate educator eager to spark creativity, critical thinking, and joy in learning? We are seeking innovative, resilient, and dedicated educators to join us as Elective Teachers for the 2025–2026 school year. Electives at RePublic play a vital role in helping scholars discover their passions, develop unique talents, and build skills that extend beyond the core academic classroom.

What You’ll Do

As an Elective Teacher at RePublic, your work will focus on the following:

Drive Academic & Creative Growth

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in your content area (e.g., art, music, dance, technology, physical education, or other electives).

• Create opportunities for scholars to explore interests, express themselves, and build confidence in their abilities.

• Use assessment tools, rubrics, and student reflections to measure growth and tailor instruction.

Foster a Collaborative Culture

• Partner with colleagues across grade levels and content areas to integrate electives into the broader school experience.

• Participate in weekly professional development, welcoming feedback to refine your practice.

• Contribute to a school culture that values creativity, innovation, and whole-child development.

Support Scholar Engagement

• Differentiate instruction to support a wide range of learners and skill levels.

• Incorporate culturally relevant materials and approaches that resonate with scholars’ identities and experiences.

• Organize showcases, performances, or exhibitions to celebrate scholar work and achievement.

Cultivate Meaningful Relationships

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.

• Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress, achievements, and growth opportunities.

• Advocate for the importance of electives as a core component of a well-rounded education.

Who You Are

You are:

• Passionate about teaching and helping scholars discover and grow their unique talents.

• A lifelong learner who embraces feedback and continuously seeks to improve your practice.

• Creative, flexible, and resourceful, with a belief in the potential of every child.

• Skilled at engaging scholars in hands-on, relevant, and joyful learning experiences.

• An excellent communicator who values collaboration with families and colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (required).

• Valid teaching certification or enrollment in a state-accredited Alternative Certification Program by the start of employment.

• Preferred: Previous teaching experience in electives (art, music, dance, PE, technology, etc.), especially in underserved communities.

Why You’ll Love Us

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and local district benchmarks.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including family planning benefits, mental health support, and paid time off.

Professional Development

• Robust training, including a multi-week Summer Institute and weekly school-year PD sessions.

• Opportunities to grow as a leader through mentorship and career advancement pathways.