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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for bible study teacher in the United States is $53,476.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Bible Study Teacher is responsible for leading and facilitating discussions on biblical texts, helping participants understand and apply scripture to their daily lives. They plan lessons, provide historical and theological context, and encourage spiritual growth. This role requires strong knowledge of the Bible, communication skills, and the ability to guide meaningful discussions. Bible Study Teachers may work in churches, schools, or community groups, either as volunteers or paid educators.

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As a Bible Study Teacher, your daily responsibilities typically include preparing lesson materials, leading group discussions, and answering questions about biblical texts. You may also spend time guiding participants in personal reflection, organizing study schedules, and adapting lessons to different age groups or backgrounds. Collaboration with church staff or ministry teams is often part of the role, especially when coordinating events or integrating relevant themes into broader ministry initiatives. Consistently fostering a welcoming and respectful learning environment is a key part of the job.

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To thrive as a Bible Study Teacher, you need in-depth knowledge of the Bible, strong teaching abilities, and typically some formal theological education or certification. Familiarity with digital presentation tools and online meeting platforms is increasingly valuable, especially for remote classes. Excellent communication, active listening, and empathy enable effective engagement and support for diverse learners. These combined skills are essential for fostering an inclusive, supportive, and educational environment that promotes spiritual growth and understanding.

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Infographic showing various Bible Study Teacher job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, and 32% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $53,476 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Bible Teacher

Signal Mountain, TN • On-site

Hamilton County Schools
Education • 1 - 5K employees
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Temporary

Posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach students about the Bible as a work of literature and its influence on culture, history, and society.

  • Build and implement assessments aligned with Tennessee state standards and instructional best practices.

  • Develop and maintain a safe, positive, and productive classroom environment that promotes relationships and a growth mindset.

Hamilton County Department Of Education rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 228 rated education and training

Job description

Overview
Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.
Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.
About the HCS Bible Program:
The Bible elective program in Hamilton County Schools helps middle and high school students gain a broad appreciation of the Bible as a significant work of literature and an influential text in the formation of western civilization. The academic study of the Bible provides students with a broader awareness of ancient cultures and allows them to better understand biblical allusions in various works of literature, art, and music. Additionally, utilizing the Bible as the textbook, students engage with the many historical events recorded in the Bible, as well as the diverse social customs of the ancient world.
Through studying the Bible, students gain an increased understanding of the Bible's influence on culture, customs, and world history, while also learning to critically engage with this rich literary work without bias for or against any religious group or denomination. It is envisioned that students will develop an increased appreciation of the Bible with a more in-depth understanding of the text's historical, sociological, and literary merit relative to both ancient culture and their contemporary world.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
  1. Teaching & Learning - Deeply understand the Tennessee state standards and establish clear learning targets for every lesson. Build rigorous and aligned assessments and consistently implementinstructional best practices. Follow Hamilton County Schools' instructional framework, including:
    • Ensuring Equity in Actions
    • Setting High Expectations
    • Building a Productive Classroom Culture
    • Responsive Teaching and Learning
  2. Classroom Culture: Build a safe and productive classroom culture. Positive relationships are evident, procedures are clear, and the classroom is safe and secure for learning to unfold. Student and teacher interactions promote a growth mindset.
  3. Family & Community: Consistently develop strong relationships with students' families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children. Provide opportunities for parents to be involved in their children's learning.
  4. Professional Responsibilities: Actively participates in professional learning communities (PLCs) with colleagues in order to improve teaching and student learning. Reflect on instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.

Qualifications
We are seeking teaching candidates who are:
  • Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
  • Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
  • Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
  • Professional with high personal standards and integrity
  • Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum of 12 college/university credit hours in biblical studies (to exclude coursework biblical languages, doctrine, theology, worldview, and ethics). Examples of appropriate coursework might include Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey, Life of Jesus, Minor Prophets, etc.
  • Tennessee Teaching Certification: For middle school teaching candidates, a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification with an endorsement in a middle grades academic content area, Bible, English (6-12), or history (6-12) (or willingness to pursue certification as a job-embedded licensure candidate) is required. For high school teaching candidates, a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification with an endorsement in Bible, English, or history (or willingness to pursue certification as a job-embedded licensure candidate) is required. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.

Compensation
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.
Salary Scale
This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions. Please see https://hcde.org/human-resources/talent-acquisition/ for more details.

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