Lipscomb Academy English Teacher, Upper School
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Opportunity
Were seeking a passionate High School English Teacher who loves literature writing and mentoring adolescents. You will inspire students to read deeply write powerfully speak confidently and integrate a Christian worldview as they explore classic and contemporary texts.
What Youll Do
- Teach high school English courses (level and/or Honors/AP sections based on expertise).
- Design engaging standards-aligned units that develop close reading rhetoric composition and research skills.
- Use workshop routines Socratic seminars and inquiry-based discussions to build voice and agency.
- Provide timely actionable feedback on writing through drafting conferencing and revision cycles.
- Differentiate instruction for diverse learners and collaborate on supports
- Integrate purposeful technology (e.g. Google Workspace/Schoology) to enhance literacy and collaboration
- Contribute to school culture through advisory clubs events and service-learning.
- Partner with colleagues on vertical alignment common assessments and data-informed instruction.
- Model Christ-like character and intentionally integrate faith with learning by embedding Biblical concepts into lessons.
What You Bring
- As a Christian independent school affiliated with the Churches of Christ Lipscomb Academy seeks faculty who can support and model the schools mission and values. Candidates should be willing to participate in spiritual life activities and mentor students in faith and character.
- Bachelors degree in English English Education or related field (Masters preferred).
- Valid Tennessee secondary ELA teaching license (or eligibility within a defined timeline).
- Demonstrated success in improving student writing and reading outcomes in grades 912. Strong classroom management communication and collaboration skills
- Skill in teaching argument analysis and research with clear rubrics and exemplars.
- Proficiency with Schoology and Google Workspace; comfort with formative assessment tools.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
- Cordova
- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
About Company
Lipscomb University is a faith-based, liberal arts college dedicated to challenging students academically, spiritually and as global community citizens.
