Middle School ELA Teacher Job at Christ the King School, Nashville, TN

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  • Christ the King School
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

For over 85 years, Christ the King School has partnered with parents, our parish, and the community to serve God and educate students within the Catholic tradition of faith, academic excellence, love, and service. The school, located at 3105 Belmont Blvd. in Nashville, is a Pre-Kindergarten (4) through 8th Grade school with a history of academic excellence and a strong Catholic identity. Christ the King School seeks an experienced, dynamic, and student-centered Middle School English Language Arts Teacher to teach students in grades 5–8 . The ideal candidate will have a deep love for literature, strong writing instruction skills, and a proven ability to engage students in meaningful learning. The ELA teacher will inspire students to become thoughtful readers, articulate writers, and critical thinkers in alignment with our school’s mission and academic standards.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Develop and deliver an engaging ELA and Literature curriculum aligned with state and diocesan standards
  • Plan, prepare, and execute daily lessons in reading, writing, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary
  • Foster a classroom environment that supports academic rigor, creativity, and respect
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Assess student progress regularly and communicate effectively with students and parents
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school-wide initiatives
  • Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
  • Integrate faith and values into the curriculum in a meaningful way
  • Function as one of the middle school homeroom teachers (grade to be determined)

CKS faculty members model their Catholic faith through their words and actions, actively seek meaningful professional growth opportunities, and embrace lifelong learning. Consequently, faculty members are enthusiastic about their work, the students they teach and mentor, and the school community. Christ the King School is a vibrant, highly professional, and engaging environment. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Minimum of 3 years teaching, preferably in grades 5-8 
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree or advanced degree preferred)
  • Valid TN Teaching License with ELA endorsement for grades 5-8
  • Strong Classroom Management Skills 
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills 
  • Experience with differentiated instruction 
  • Commitment to the mission of Catholic Education
  • Familiarity with best practices in literacy instruction and 21st-century learning

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s Degree or higher in Education or English-related field
  • Experience in Catholic or private school settings
  • Familiarity with digital tools for teaching and assessment

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Professional resume
  • Teaching philosophy statement
  • Contact information for three professional references

Please send application materials to the Head of School, Mr. Alan Mila, at alan.mila@cks-nashville.org .

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