Teacher - Middle School English

Description

The School seeks an outstanding educator for Middle School English. Duties comprise teaching two grade levels of Middle School English (5th-8th), advising on a grade level team, and participation in Middle School and grade level activities and duties. Experience with grades 7 and 8 is preferred.

This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required
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Reports to -- Head of Middle School

Start Date -- August 1, 2026

Responsibilities for the position include teaching four sections of Middle School English by:

• Establishing and enhancing literacy skills using a variety of culturally relevant texts
• Fostering a love of reading both inside and outside the classroom
• Creating an environment for students to discover and explore abstract concepts
• Mentoring middle school writers though the writers’ workshop process and written and oral feedback;?
• Building foundational grammar and vocabulary skills
• Adapting teaching practices to accommodate a diverse set of learners

• Have 3-5 years of prior teaching experience with Middle School students
• Have a rich background in the teaching of English or literacy in upper Middle School grades
• Be ready to collaborate with other members of the English department to design and implement curriculum
• Have the ability to support students in their acquisition and development of reading and writing skills
• Be enthusiastic about creating student-centered lessons that allow young learners to explore complex topics in a variety of ways
• Be willing to continuously develop as a teacher through professional development opportunities both internal and external
• Be motivated to find ways to contribute to the life of the School through coaching, clubs, etc.
• Have the optimism, desire, and positive enthusiasm to work with Middle School students as teacher and as advisor on a grade level team

• Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it
• Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.)
• Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and spoken and a highly refined work ethic
• Work to engage with the Middle School philosophy of Student Life and Advisory by creating and participating in trusted relationships, fostering character, and building community