Valor Collegiate Academies · 3 days ago
High School Personal Finance Teacher (2026-2027 SY)
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $56K/yrValor Collegiate Academies is a top-performing public charter school network in Nashville, Tennessee, serving 1,900 students in grades 5-12. They are seeking a High School Personal Finance Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, responsible for planning and leading classes, engaging in professional development, and mentoring students in their social-emotional growth.
ArtEducationSecondary Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Most teach 4 classes daily in one content area; all teachers have 2 planning periods daily
Plan and lead 1 Intervention Block or Study Hall daily
Plan and prepare daily lessons and materials in alignment with Valor’s curriculum and TN State Standards
Utilize school-wide tracking and tech systems to collect, enter, and analyze students’ academic and behavioral data daily
Ensure both academic and behavioral gradebooks are maintained with accurate information, in accordance with school-wide deadlines and policy
Actively engage in and prepare for weekly 1:1 coaching and weekly intellectual preparation (IP) meetings
Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values, student management policies, and culture systems
Own an arrival, recess or lunch, transition, or dismissal duty daily
Participate in school events that occur outside of normal school hours, such as parent-teacher conferences, signature experiences, field trips, IEP meetings, report card conferences, and new student orientation. Estimated time commitment per school year is approximately 25 hours
Engage in ongoing professional development, which includes attending 3 weeks of new hire orientation and faculty training in July 2026 and weekly PL sessions throughout the school year
Participate in faculty Circle on Wednesdays after school, and complete and present 2 pieces of faculty Badge Work per school year
Serve in the capacity of a “Mentor” and lead daily lessons and activities to support scholars’ social-emotional development
Plan, prepare, and lead student Circles weekly; provide coaching of students regarding Badge Work and their Circle presentations
Track and input student behavior feedback through Kickboard to share with families, school leaders, and culture team
Qualification
Required
Must have an active Tennessee teaching license with appropriate endorsement to teach Personal Finance, or willingness to complete the Personal Finance Employment Standard Training
If unlicensed, candidates must be enrolled in an approved job-embedded educator preparation program
Must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship
Benefits
Childcare Benefit: Valor-subsidized childcare and priority seating at Little Wonders Day Care.
Comprehensive Benefits: 75% coverage of health, dental, and vision benefits; retirement benefits including a hybrid pension and 401K with 5% employer matching.
Paid Time Off: 8 PTO days annually and access to an org-wide PTO sharing program.
Family Leave: 8 weeks of fully-paid parental leave.
Professional Growth: 100+ hours of PD annually, 1:1 coaching, and career advancement opportunities.
Additional Perks: Access to an on-campus gym, unlimited classroom supplies, and a dedicated course budget for every teacher.
Waitlist Priority: Priority position on Valor's waitlist for new student enrollment.
Company
Valor Collegiate Academies
Valor Collegiate Academies is an organization that offers secondary education for students and leaders.
Founded in 2013
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Todd Dickson
Founder and CEO
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