Teacher Alternative Middle School

Teacher Alternative Middle School Giles County School District, TN Giles County High School - Pulaski, Tennessee This job is also posted in Giles County School District, TN Job Details

Job ID:

5709827

Application Deadline:

May 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

May 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Giles County School System Teacher - Alternative School This job reports to the building level principal of the assigned school.

Job Goal:

All students, as well as all subgroups of students, are expected to be introduced to, must be challenged to develop, and must master appropriate grade level academic skills (as specifically outlined in the current state curriculum standards).

Essential Functions:

Prepare lesson plans for the principal's careful and thorough review which are correlated to the current state curriculum standards and then effectively use the lesson plans; Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the appropriate curriculum standards to all students and subgroups of students; Analyze the most recent, appropriate, formal state assessment results (including applicable Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom; Serves as a positive and active participant in the appropriate Professional Learning Community (school level and system wide when applicable); Conduct intake and exit meetings for students entering and exiting alternative school; Assist in developing behavior management plans for students; Assist students in goal setting and the achievement of those goals (academic, attendance, and behavior); Assess students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards; Take responsibility for all students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth; Encourage students to positively deal with social problems; Work closely with Disciplinary Hearing Authority; Encourage students to work to their academic potential and to make a successful return to normal school placement; Work closely with various community agencies to assist the students with their specific needs; Instruct students in subject matter, using various teaching methods such as hands-on experience to address specific needs; Participate in applicable educational conferences and teacher training workshops; Prepare a teaching outline for course of study, assigns lessons and corrects papers as needed; Evaluate progress, records results, and issue reports to parents of students' progress; Keep accurate attendance records; Maintain discipline in classroom and work areas; Develop and maintain a classroom conducive to learning; Prepare for class and show evidence of preparation upon request; Instruct students in the safe and proper use of equipment and monitor use; Work with students, associates, parents, community groups, and business/industry personnel in a cooperative and professional manner; Maintain up-to-date inventory records of instructional materials; Attempt to strengthen communication skills and personality tracts; Encourage the whole process of formal education as well as vocational training and lifelong learning; Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations; Represent the school and community in a positive manner; and Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the Director of Schools.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Have a Valid Tennessee teaching license with appropriate endorsement(s); Meet all applicable employment requirements of the TDOE for certified personnel; Have strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills; and Meet health and physical requirements.

Physical Demands:

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed twenty-five (25) pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to ten (10) pounds. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling Climbing and/or balancing Stooping and/or kneeling Reaching Talking Hearing Seeing Temperament (Personal Traits): Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity. Adaptability to dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instruction. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria. Good organizational skills. Demonstrates the ability to implement innovative ideas. Enthusiasm.

Capacity and Ability Requirements:

Intelligence:

The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments.

Verbal:

Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them.

Numerical:

Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.

Work Conditions:

Normal working environment.

Experience:

Job related experience within the specialized field is preferred, but not required.

Education:

Bachelor's degree with teaching license

Clearances:

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Certificates & Licenses:

Must hold or be in position to be granted a TN teaching license. Continuing Educ./

Training:

Maintain Licensure (renew or advance). Qualifies for the

PROFESSIONAL EXEMPTION

from the requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in regard to overtime. The employee is not entitled to the overtime rate of pay (time and a half) when the employee works over forty (40) hours in the defined work week (from Sunday 12:00 a.m. and continues through the following Saturday at 11:59 p.m.).

General Requirements:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements