English​/Language Arts Teacher Spec.

Job Title

This position is a 1.0 FTE located in the Department of Teaching & Learning.

• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Current knowledge regarding language arts research, science of reading and practice.
• Current knowledge of language arts materials including core programs, supplementary programs, and literature (world, British and American).
• Current knowledge of both group and individual assessment and how to interpret the results.
• Ability to lead team meetings and language arts committees as needed.

• Knowledge of (1) the full range of Virginia/APS K-12 subject matter areas.
• Knowledge of, and skill in applying, (1) the theories, principles and practices of child development and education (K-12)
• Emphasis in Middle School English Language Arts;
  Curriculum Writing

• Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure with a Masters Degree endorsed in English.
• A Master's Degree in Education or another field related to the essential functions of this class of work is preferred.
• Endorsed in Reading is preferred but not required.
• Dual endorsement in English as a Second Language and/or Special Education, or in any other content area, is preferred but not required.

• Salary based on the 2026-27 T-Scale salary schedule.

Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that "Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.

• Job Identification 1049
• Job Category Certified
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Arlington, VA, United States (On-site)