High School English Teacher

High School English Teacher 2026-27 School Year Job Description

Title: High School English Teacher

Description: Southern Boone High School is looking for an English Teacher to join our high school faculty for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate will foster an engaging classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, strong communication skills, and a love of literature and language. This position involves teaching core English courses, which may include English I–IV.

• Develop and deliver standards-based English lessons that align with the curriculum and state guidelines.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Incorporate literature, writing workshops, discussions, and technology to support active learning.
• Assess student progress through assignments, quizzes, tests, essays, and projects, and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.
• Foster a classroom culture of inquiry, respect, and academic excellence, in alignment with the school’s Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework.
• Actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to collaborate on instructional strategies, data analysis, and student interventions.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents to support student development.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

• Bachelor’s degree in English Education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification/license in Missouri for secondary social studies.
• Previous teaching experience at the high school level (preferred).
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.