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Hamilton County Department of Education
Employment Eligibility
HCDE is an equal opportunity employer.
- HCDE does not sponsor foreign applicants. All applicants must be U.S. citizens or
possess a valid U.S. work visa.
- Applicants for certified or administrative positions must possess a valid Tennessee teaching
license or be eligible for certification in Tennessee.
- References and background checks are required and verified for all applicants.
- All applicants must be fingerprinted upon acceptance of employment. The $48.00 fingerprinting
fee is non-reimbursable.
- Salaries are commensurate with degree and verifiable teaching experience (up to
15 years.)
- Retired Tennessee teachers are encouraged to apply!
All employment applications must be submitted to:
Hamilton County Schools
Division of Human Resources
3074 Hickory Valley Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Phone: 423.209.8538
Fax: 423.209.8539
The Hamilton County Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability condition, or veteran
status.
