Teaching Jobs in Tennessee
Teaching jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Memphis-Shelby County Schools, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and University of Tennessee hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Teaching Assistant for Mechanical Engineering Department
Students serving as teaching assistants for the Mechanical Engineering department at Lipscomb University will be placed with a faculty and course. The teaching assistant will work alongside the instructor and provide course support including but not limited to assisting with lab experiments, providing feedback on assignments, hosting office hours, fabricating prototypes, or other tasks as needed. This position is for current Lipscomb University mechanical engineering students only.
May be eligible for Federal Work Study.
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Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Teaching Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Memphis-Shelby County Schools199

- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center60

- University of Tennessee36

- RePublic Schools33

- Lipscomb University30

Top Industries Hiring
- Education417
- Healthcare & Medical Services101
- Hospitality & Tourism6
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
- Music2
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in teaching jobs across Tennessee.
- Valid state teaching license or certification for the applicable grade level and subject
- Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-specific field with a teaching credential
- Experience with differentiated instruction and individualized education plan implementation
- Proficiency in classroom management frameworks and student behavior support strategies
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as Google Classroom or Canvas
- Background check clearance and mandatory reporter training as required by state law
Teaching Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many teaching jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 486+ teaching openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most teaching jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville have the most teaching openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire teachings in Tennessee?
Employers hiring teachings in Tennessee include Memphis-Shelby County Schools, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and University of Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote teaching jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 1% of teaching openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for teaching jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to teaching jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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