English Teacher Time Temporary Sabbatical Replacement

Responsibilities

Teach one section of 10th Grade English and one section of the honors level seminar “Brilliance Burst” (an examination of short stories). Both courses are team‑taught.

• A bachelor's degree in English or a related field. A teaching credential is not required.
• Experience teaching English at the high school level or college level, facilitating student‑centered discussions about literature, and guiding student writing with thoughtful assignments and regular feedback.
• Demonstrated cultural competence.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a good sense of humor.
• Enthusiasm for collaboration and a strong sense of collegiality.

The College Preparatory School, an independent high school in Oakland, California, was founded in 1960 and seeks a temporary half‑time English Teacher for the Fall of 2026. The English program is innovative and rigorous, featuring year‑long foundational courses and semester‑long elective seminars that cover a wide range of literary traditions and themes.

Faculty are compensated according to a step scale based on years of experience, ranging from $74,000 for teachers with no prior relevant experience to $148,000 for teachers with 44 years of prior experience. Temporary hires do not qualify for benefits.

College Prep is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates representing diversity of all kinds. We celebrate inclusivity regarding race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity. College Prep typically does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

For more information about our school, visit our website lege-prep.org.

Salary: $74,000 – $148,000 per year.