Secondary English Language Arts Teacher

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher

Location:

Delmar Middle School, 200 N. Eighth Street, Delmar, DE 19940

Qualifications:

• Certification:
  Current Delaware teaching license and certification as a Middle Level English Language Arts Teacher (Del. Admin. Code 1531) or Secondary English Language Arts Teacher (Grades 9-12; Valid in Grades 6-8 in a middle level school) (Del. Admin. Code 1540)
• Required Cooperative attitude
• Excellent work ethic and ability to work collaboratively
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Satisfactory Child Protection Registry
• Mantoux skin test/PPD documentation
• The State of Delaware requires all public school employees to undergo a criminal background check (state and federal) to determine suitability for employment
• Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory criminal background check, which is the responsibility of the employee
• The State of Delaware requires new employees to be paid by direct deposit and to be part of a lag payroll system as conditions of employment

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and deliver daily and unit English Language Arts lesson plans, including a scope and sequence aligned with Delaware State Standards and district curriculum; integrate technology to support instruction; maintain an appropriate pace of learning; differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs; assess student understanding on an ongoing basis; and uphold high expectations and academic rigor.
• Build foundational language and comprehension skills, as well as reading, writing, and research skills.
• Differentiate instruction effectively to meet the needs of all students (English Learners, Students with Disabilities, as well as Students who are below and above grade level)
• Create and teach lesson plans, aid students in understanding subject matter, and ensure that classroom routines are followed in accordance with school guidelines.
• Maintain an orderly and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning, enforcing school rules and classroom behavior expectations consistently.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment to encourage all students to be engaged and work toward meeting the standards; maintain accurate, thorough records of student achievement and behavioral performance; and complete progress and grade reports promptly and as scheduled.
• Monitor students' academic progress through accurate grades and assessments.
• Maintain communication with students, parents/guardians, and school staff as needed.
• Provide instructional opportunities through a digital student learning management system.
• Make reasonable efforts to provide for the care and protection of school property, equipment, and materials.
• Practice sound interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Maintain a professional relationship, working cooperatively with all school personnel.
• Participate in department or team meetings, professional development, and other school-related duties as requested.
• Carefully plan for substitute teachers when unable to attend school and relate lessons to the state content standards.
• Report to work on time every workday, except as afforded by existing law.
• Perform other duties as directed by the school administration.
• The teacher must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is required to fluently speak and understand English.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers, and reach with hands and arms.
• While performing the duties of this job, expect occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Salary:
As per State and Local Salary Schedules for FY27 based upon experience and educational degree.

Date of Employment:
August 17, 2026

Closing Date for Completed District Application:
July 16, 2026

The Delmar School District does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs, services, or activities based upon race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designed youth groups. Inquiries should be directed to the District Superintendent, 200 N.

Eighth Street, Delmar, DE 19940. Phone .