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04/22/2026

Rutherford Teach Now recognized as top Educator Preparation Provider
Tennessee State Board of Education recognizes Rutherford Teach Now for receiving highest possible overall rating
March 3, 2026

BY CORY ANN MICHEL
Rutherford County Schools

Rutherford County School’s Teach Now program is among 15 EPP’s statewide that have received the highest rating of “Exceeds Expectations” in the 2025 Educator Preparation Report Card from the Tennessee State Board of Education.

Teach Now was implemented in 2020 to reach those who wish to teach but don’t yet hold a teaching license. The program is now under the direction of Janet Flannery who has been with RCS since 2014 and started her role as coordinator of New Teacher Programs and Recruitment in 2023.

“Our team loves what they do, and we stay focused on the mission to prepare job-embedded teachers to have a powerful instructional impact in the classroom by increasing their competence, confidence, and commitment to the field,” Flannery said. “Wanting our teacher candidates to succeed drives every decision we make.”

This program was established to relieve the financial and scheduling restraints many working professionals face. Cohorts meet one night a month to learn from veteran educators and are given unique access to various school leaders and specialists. The program is designed to transition students into the teaching profession gradually while tailoring the experience to fit within their content specific needs.

To apply for academic classroom positions, candidates must first have a confirmed teaching position within RCS and a bachelor’s degree. For candidates wanting to apply for occupational career or career and technical classrooms, they must provide affiliated work experience and industry certification for their field of study.

You can learn more about Teach Now here: Rutherford Teach Now - Human Resources - Rutherford County Schools

04/22/2026

Teach Now receives top ranking in the state

Rutherford County’s Teach Now program ranks in the top five in Tennessee for producing science teachers

April 20, 2026

By CORY ANN MICHEL
Rutherford County Schools

Rutherford County School’s Teach Now program in science has been identified as one of the top five in the state by the Tennessee State Board of Education in their annual Educator Preparation Report Card.

Teach Now is an education preparation provider program for individuals with industry background who wish to become licensed classroom teachers. The program provides a cohort-based learning environment designed to transition these adults into teaching professionals gradually.

Each year the TSBOE collects and releases data on EPPs that train the greatest number of new teachers in subject areas with high teacher vacancy rates over a three-year period. The key areas of high demand for teachers include Early Childhood Education, English as a Second Language, Secondary Math, Secondary Science, Special Education and World Languages.

The data is analyzed by the Tennessee Department of Education and solely includes teachers earning their initial licensure. The newly released data covers the school years between 2021 and 2024.

03/31/2026

We’re hiring ASL Interpreters!

If you are caring, skilled, and ready to be part of a team that supports students in meaningful ways, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or tag/share with someone who would be a great fit.

03/26/2026

We’re hiring ASL Interpreters! Looking for applicants who want to build positive relationships and support student success. 👀

Apply today or tag/share with someone who would be a great fit. 😃

03/13/2026

03/12/2026

Custodian Able to do all janitorial and cleaning duties Flexible hours to support school activities and other custodial staff Must be a team player and take pride in work Must have a positive attitude and be trustworthy Must be able to maintain floors and paint

02/24/2026

If you are interested in a job in education, RCS is the place to be. 🫶❤️

If you want advocacy, support, and a voice in your profession, REA is your association! 💪🍎

Thanks to Carrie, Carissa, & Mary Anne for representing Rutherford Education Association (REA) at the Rutherford County Schools Job Fair!

02/21/2026

We love what we do! Proud to help new teachers build confidence, competence, and commitment to a career in education.

Congratulations to these fifteen Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) for receiving the highest possible overall rating of “Exceeds Expectations” on the Educator Preparation Report Card! Learn more here: https://www.tn.gov/sbe/ed-prep.html

⭐️ Belmont University
⭐️ Christian Brothers University
⭐️ East Tennessee State University
⭐️ Lincoln Memorial University
⭐️ Lipscomb University
⭐️ Memphis Teacher Residency
⭐️ Relay Graduate School of Education
⭐️ Rutherford Teach Now
⭐️ TEACH Sumner
⭐️ Trevecca Nazarene University
⭐️ Union University
⭐️ University of Memphis
⭐️ Vanderbilt University
⭐️ Welch College
⭐️ Western Governors University