Educator Jobs in Tennessee

Educator jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where Metro Nashville Public Schools, Shelby County Schools, and the University of Tennessee system maintain some of the largest and most consistent hiring volumes in the state. Demand is strongest in special education, early childhood instruction, and secondary STEM subjects, with openings at every level from classroom teacher to curriculum director. Tennessee's growing population and ongoing investment in K-12 reform have kept educator hiring active across urban districts and rural systems alike. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles71
Top employerErlanger
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring25
Work type87% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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lululemon
(Contract) Full-time Educator | The Gulch
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(Contract) Full-time Educator | The Gulch
lululemon
Nashville, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$19 - $21.86/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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RN Educator
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RN Educator
Willow Branch Health and Rehabilitation
McMinnville, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Support
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DaVita
Nurse Practitioner Educator
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Nurse Practitioner Educator
DaVita
Brentwood, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$98k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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Work From Home
Specialty Nurse Educator Women's Services
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Specialty Nurse Educator Women's Services
Work From Home
Nashville, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Mental & Behavioral Health
Remote (US)
Master of Nursing

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River Grove Health and Rehabilitation
RN Educator
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RN Educator
River Grove Health and Rehabilitation
Loudon, Tennessee
Customer Service
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Educator Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chattanooga
11 jobs
Memphis
8 jobs
Knoxville
8 jobs
Jackson
3 jobs
Murfreesboro
3 jobs
Martin
2 jobs
Smyrna
2 jobs
Blountville
2 jobs

Educator Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Erlanger
Erlanger6 open roles
lululemon
lululemon5 open roles
Ballad Health
Ballad Health3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in educator jobs across Tennessee.

  • Active Tennessee educator license issued by the Tennessee Department of Education
  • Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-area field relevant to the position
  • Passing scores on the appropriate Praxis content and pedagogy assessments for Tennessee
  • Classroom experience or student teaching completed in an accredited program
  • Proficiency with student information systems and data-driven instructional practices
  • Ability to meet Tennessee background check requirements prior to employment

Educator Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a educator in Tennessee?

To become a licensed educator in Tennessee, you must earn a bachelor's degree from an approved teacher preparation program and pass the required Praxis exams for your subject area or grade level. The Tennessee Department of Education issues the educator license, which must be obtained before you can teach in a public school. Candidates completing programs out of state can apply for reciprocal licensure if their home state credential meets Tennessee's standards.

Which companies hire educators in Tennessee?

Tennessee educator roles are posted by Erlanger, lululemon, and Ballad Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large urban districts, charter networks, and higher education institutions across the state are among the most consistent sources of full-time educator openings in Tennessee.

Which Tennessee cities have the most educator jobs?

Nashville, Chattanooga, and Memphis have the most educator openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because Metro Nashville Public Schools is one of the largest district employers in the Southeast, while Memphis reflects Shelby County Schools' scale, and Knoxville's hiring is driven by the University of Tennessee system alongside Knox County Schools.

Are there remote educator jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. About 13% of educator openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most teaching roles require in-person instruction. The positions most likely to be remote are curriculum developers, instructional coaches, and online course instructors working for virtual charter schools or continuing education programs.

How can I get hired as a educator in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a Tennessee-approved student teaching placement, which many districts count toward hiring decisions. Metro Nashville Public Schools and Shelby County Schools run teacher residency programs that pair candidates with mentor educators before full placement. Candidates without a traditional education degree can enter through Tennessee's Alternative Licensure Program, and those coming from tutoring, paraprofessional, or instructional aide roles frequently use that experience to secure their first classroom position.

Where can I find and apply to educator jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to educator jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across districts, charter schools, and higher education institutions throughout the state. Find the roles that fit your license area and experience, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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