2025-26 Elementary Art Teacher Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee

2025-26 Elementary Art Teacher Montessori Elementary at Highland Park – 3.0 Chattanooga, TN Job Details Full-time From $50,000 a year 2 days ago Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Teaching Certification Montessori Certification Mid-level Math Bachelor’s degree First Aid Certification Classroom experience Montessori Teaching Full Job Description

ELEMENTARY ART TEACHER BASE LOCATION

MONTESSORI

ELEMENTARY AT HIGHLAND PARK

(MEHP) 700 S.

HAWTHORNE STREET CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404 CATEGORY

FACULTY

POSITION TYPE

FULL-TIME

SCHOOL YEAR

2025-26

START DATE:

07/01/2025

END DATE :

06/30/2026

REPORTS TO:

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

Located on the site of the former Highland Park Grammar School, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park will be an anchor institution in one of Chattanooga’s most vibrant and diverse urban neighborhoods. Founded in 1889, Highland Park is a historic district that is experiencing explosive growth and redevelopment. Opened in August, 2021, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park is a co-educational public charter school offering educational programs for children entering Pre-K3 through 5th grade. The school serves families from all backgrounds and provides a dynamic, participatory environment that integrates Montessori childhood education with STEM experiential learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and coordinate overall classroom activities and schedules as relate to students, parents, and teachers, assuring all parties are informed of any changes Introduce children to appropriate Montessori materials to include individual and group presentations Convey information concerning the special needs of some children; propose possible strategies that will support positive behavior and minimize negative behavior Use appropriate positive guidance and discipline techniques with the children Monitor group activities to maximize healthy socialization, fostering of community and healthy recreation Maintain attendance, progress, behavior, safety and evaluations records for all students Be responsible for the safety and well-being of students at all times Observe, record, and report significant group and individual behavior Establish and maintain good communications with parents through informal contacts, weekly notes, telephone contacts, email, etc. Schedule and lead formal and informal parent-teacher conferences, involving other teachers and assistants as appropriate Collaborate with other lead teachers and administration to develop curriculum and coordinate common activities Actively participate in faculty & staff meetings Supervise assistant teachers’ daily responsibilities, professional development and interactions with parents and students Prepare for school’s community activities such as open houses, observation and general meetings or special events Demonstrate sufficient security and judgment to handle a crisis and to use supervision constructively Along with Director, assure the school is in compliance with licensing, health and safety requirements Evaluate prospective students, as needed Adhere to school policies Perform other duties, as directed by administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold a Bachelor’s degree and valid state of TN teaching license Montessori certification preferred, or willing to complete training Have the physical capacity to work with children (includes, but is not limited to bending, minor lifting, working on the floor) Pass a criminal background check CPR/First Aid Certification

COMPENSATION

Compensation is competitive, commensurate with credentials and experience, and includes comprehensive benefits. MEHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Board of Education will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. MEHP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $50,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person