5th Grade Social Science (Science & Social Studies Combo) Teacher

Job Posting Date: 4/13/2026
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Employment Type: Full-time, in-person 10-month position
Starting Salary: Starting salary is $56,291 (Bachelor’s Step 0)
(Final salary is based on years of experience and education)

Course Details:
5th Grade Social Science (Science & Social Studies Combo Teacher)
This role is a self-contained content position, where the teacher is responsible for delivering both 5th grade science and social studies instruction. This means you will build deep relationships with a consistent group of students while teaching two core content areas, integrating literacy, inquiry, and critical thinking across both subjects.
Looking for teachers that have experience teaching elementary as well!

At STEM Prep, we are more than a school; we are a community committed to excellence, equity, and empowerment. As a public charter school serving middle and high school students from diverse backgrounds, our mission is to create an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to learn, lead, and thrive.

We invest deeply in our educators because we know great teachers change lives. When you join our team, you join a mission-driven community that values growth, collaboration, and innovation.

We offer:

• 💰 $3,000 signing bonus for applicable roles
• 💵 Pay scale 5% above MNPS
• 👶 Discounted on-site childcare (Little Wonders)
• 📘 Comprehensive two-week onboarding
• 🏥 MNPS benefits + TCRS retirement
• 🎯 Instructional coaching & professional development
• 🌟 Performance bonuses for TVAAS Levels 4 & 5
• 🎉 Longevity bonuses at 3, 5, and 10 years
• 🧑🏽‍🏫 $3,000 stipends for department chairs & mentors

• Teach 5th grade science and social studies on a rotating A/B block schedule (3 of 4 classes daily)
• Design and deliver standards-aligned, inquiry-based lessons across both content areas
• Integrate literacy, writing, and critical thinking into science and social studies instruction
• Engage in Unit Internalization using school-adopted curriculum and submit weekly lesson plans
• Collaborate with grade-level and content teams during daily planning and PLCs
• Track and analyze student academic and behavioral data to drive instruction
• Facilitate 1 Personalized Learning Time (PLT) intervention block (ELA or Math support)
• Implement ELL accommodations and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs
• Use instructional technology and data systems to monitor student progress

• Maintain an 8:00 am–4:00 pm workday, including arrival/dismissal duties
• Participate in weekly staff huddles, grade-level meetings, and PD sessions
• Support lunch duty and other rotating responsibilities
• Attend 3 weeks of summer training and biweekly after-school PD
• Contribute to family engagement events throughout the year

• Build strong relationships with students as a core content teacher across two subjects
• Facilitate Morning Mindfulness (SEL) and support advisory structures
• Uphold school-wide culture systems and behavior expectations
• Lead or support student activities (Walk & Talk, Club Days, field trips)
• Track student behavior and communicate with families using Kickboard
• Celebrate student success in grade-level community meetings

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Ability to obtain a teaching permit if not currently licensed
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Must pass MNPS background check

• Active Tennessee teaching license (Science, Social Studies, or Elementary endorsement preferred)

• You believe all students can achieve at high levels
• You are passionate about teaching multiple content areas and making interdisciplinary connections
• You build strong relationships with students and families
• You seek feedback and continuously improve your practice
• You are committed to equity and serving diverse learners
• You embrace structure, systems, and a collaborative team environment

Resume Review → Phone Screen → Licensure Verification → Sample Lesson → Final Interview → Offer

STEM Prep is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all students and staff thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Join us in shaping the next generation of leaders—one student, one classroom, one future at a time.