Solving Tennessee’s Teacher Shortage with Reliable Virtual Instruction

Proximity Learning connects Tennessee K–12 classrooms with TDOE-licensed, certified teachers through live online instruction. Districts throughout the state can have qualified educators in their classrooms just days after partnering with us.

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Over 1,000 Tennessee Classrooms Went Without a Certified Teacher Last Year

The teacher shortage affects every part of Tennessee. The latest national Teacher Shortage report shows 1,009 teacher vacancies in the 2024-25 school year, and thousands of positions were filled by underqualified staff. This issue impacts rural and urban areas from Memphis to Nashville to Knoxville. As a result, students miss out on consistent instruction, and administrators struggle to utilize traditional hiring methods.

Why Virtual Hiring Works in Tennessee

Hiring certified teachers in Tennessee is difficult, especially for rural districts facing limited candidate pools. The state’s licensure requirements slows the process, as well. Proximity Learning solves these problems by placing TDOE-certified teachers into classrooms through live synchronous instruction, serving Memphis-Shelby County, Nashville, and every district in between. With no geographic barriers and long waits, your classroom receives a certified instructor in days.

Every Solution Tennessee Districts Need, Backed by Real Results

All Proximity Learning services are available to Tennessee districts, staffed by Tennessee Department of Education-certified teachers for every vacancy.

K–12 SOLUTIONS

Certified teachers for every classroom with vacancies

Districts across Tennessee receive TDOE-certified instructors livestreamed into classrooms on your school’s schedule in just a few days.

SPECIAL EDUCATION SOLUTIONS

IEP-compliant support for every student who needs it.

Proximity Learning offers certified case managers and licensed specialists so students get the support they need right away.

WHY DISTRICTS CHOOSE US

Why Tennessee Districts Choose Proximity Learning

Proximity Learning’s main district partnership is in Tennessee. Memphis-Shelby County Schools receive live, certified virtual instruction to bridge the staffing gap.

Days, Not Months to Fill a Vacancy

Proximity Learning places a certified, livestreamed instructor in Tennessee classroom just days after signing up.

16+ Years of Synchronous Instruction

Proximity Learning has been providing Tennessee districts with reliable virtual instruction since 2009, demonstrating a deep understanding of quality education.

5,000+ Classrooms Staffed Nationwide

Proximity Learning has placed certified teachers in thousands of classrooms, from Memphis-Shelby County to rural districts far from city hiring pools.

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Certified Tennessee Teachers Across Every Subject Your District Needs

All Proximity Learning teachers working in Tennessee are licensed to meet TDOE certification requirements, covering every subject from core academics to special education and electives.

Core Subjects

World Language

Specialty and Electives

Special Education

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions Tennessee superintendents, HR directors, and special education administrators ask before they partner with us.

Yes. Every teacher placed in a Tennessee district holds licensure that meets TDOE certification requirements. Tennessee-licensed educators can also instruct in partner schools nationwide through our livestreamed model, with full reciprocity support where other states require it.

Your District's Vacancies End Here.

Contact our team to build a program roadmap tailored to your staffing, timeline, and needs.

Filled in days, not months

Every subject covered

Always live, certified instruction