English Teacher

Join Focused Staffing Group

Focused Staffing Group is looking for a passionate and skilled High School English Language Arts Teacher who believes all students can achieve at high levels. The ideal candidate will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction that builds strong literacy skills, critical thinking, and student voice. You will join a mission-driven team committed to academic excellence and deep care for our students.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver clear, rigorous ELA lessons using Understanding by Design (UbD)
• Create meaningful learning experiences that connect to students' identities and lived experiences.
• Use varied instructional strategies to support all learners (collaboration, modeling, literacy in content, differentiation)
• Monitor student learning through ongoing assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Provide timely, specific feedback to strengthen reading, writing, and analytical skills
• Maintain accurate digital course materials and assignments.
• Build a structured, respectful classroom culture aligned with school's expectations.
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school-wide goals and professional learning

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field
• NYS Certification in ELA (or currently in the process of obtaining certification)
• Minimum 2 years of prior teaching experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong classroom management and lesson-planning ability
• Comfort using instructional technology, including Google Classroom and other digital learning tools
• Commitment to continuous professional growth

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Secondary Education or related field
• Experience teaching ELA in grades 8–12
• Demonstrated success in urban and/or non-traditional school settings
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Strong facility with culturally responsive curriculum and instruction

Join a team that values heart, skill, and purpose. At Focused Staffing Group, we don't just fill positions — we build partnerships that transform lives. You'll make a lasting difference in students' lives while receiving the guidance and support you need to grow your own career.