| Battle Ground Academy is seeking a dynamic and innovative educator to join its middle school faculty in 2021-22. Founded in 1889, BGA is a K-12th grade college preparatory school located in Franklin, TN. Serving a diverse student population from the surrounding counties, the school embodies the core values of character, scholarship, and excellence in all facets of campus life. Franklin, located just 20 miles south of Nashville, has been referred to as “a small-town gem” by the New York Times and was recently named as one of the “best in the South” by Garden & Gun magazine. The downtown is filled with locally-owned shops, restaurants, and Main Street is home to iconic venues such as the Franklin Theater. A key site of the American Civil War, the City of Franklin features an abundance of historical sites and parks appealing to those who enjoy history and/or the outdoors. Quaint, friendly, and welcoming. Franklin is truly a wonderful place to call home. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle school in an independent school setting, as well as possess a prior knowledge or interest in robotics. More importantly, he/she will be comfortable teaching in a student-centered learning environment. A Bachelor’s degree is required and advanced degrees are preferred. Candidates should be passionate about teaching math and science, team players, and interested in fostering the essential skills necessary for today’s adolescent learners. Like all BGA faculty members, the successful candidate should expect to develop healthy and lasting relationships with students, inspire them to reach their full academic and personal potential, model the school’s core values daily, and contribute to the broader life of the school community. He/she will join the faculty at an exciting time and will be instrumental in the ongoing progress and growth of the division. Strategic priorities for the Middle School include creating a more innovative, inquiry-based curriculum that emphasizes the development of skills for the 21st century learner, as well as igniting curiosity and a passion for life-long learning in every student. Position Purpose: Prepares curricula, leads instruction, develops assessments, and provides timely feedback to students, parents, and administration |
