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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

To fill out an application for certified positions download a copy of the application here. Email applications to Mr. Zach Swafford or mail to:
Polk County DOE
PO Box 665
Benton, TN 37307

To apply for non-certified positions please call or come by our District office.
423-299-0471
131 Stephens Street
Benton, TN 37307

2025-26 Salary Schedule

Certified Positions

Support Staff Positions

School Bus Drivers

Job Requirements:

Commercial Driver's License

Passenger Endorsement

Student Endorsement

Pass a background check and drug test

 

Possibility of Training available

For more information email Adam Stone

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Paraprofessional Positions (Non-Certified)


Band Instructor 
Copper Basin High School

2026-2027 School Year

For more information or to apply
email Mrs. Smith

CTE Transportation - Maintenance and Light Repair Teacher

Polk County High School

2026-27 School Year

 

Minimum Education: High School Diploma

 

Knowledge/Education/Experience:

  • Currently endorsed: Hold a CTE Occupational Teaching License with Endorsement (770) Automotive

  • Requirements to get endorsed: 

    • High School diploma or above

    • Occupational Work Experience: Five years of full time related work experience out of the last eight years.

    • Example Qualifying Areas/Occupations: mechanic, automotive technician, service technician, auto body technician
      OR

    • Associate’s degree in automotive technology, one year of work experience in endorsement area

    • Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology

  • Must hold or be willing to obtain an Automotive Industry Credential (such as ASE) upon hiring. Please refer to the licensing guide for more information:  Occupational License Guide

 

For more information or to apply email Mrs. Lowe (Principal) and/or Dr. Goodman (CTE Supervisor)

Middle School Cheer Coach
Chilhowee Middle School
26-27 School Year

For more information or to apply
email Mrs. Bates


Third Grade Math Teacher
Copper Basin Elementary School
2026-2027 School Year

For more information or to apply
email Mrs. Dean

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Contact Us

District Office : 423-299-0471

Fax: 423-338-2691

Address

131 Stephens St.

PO Box 665

Benton, Tennessee 37307

Brittney Firestone
Bookkeeping
423-299-0471 ext 7017

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