Middle School English Language Arts and Literature

Middle School English Language Arts and Literature

Position:
Full-time

Saint Leo the Great Catholic School is a Pre‑Kindergarten through Eighth Grade parish school, within the Diocese of Oakland, California. This school serves Oakland and surrounding communities and is open to families of any faith who accept its philosophy and mission. We are proud of our long‑standing partnership with families in the education of their children. We strive to offer our diverse student body a safe environment in which to develop culturally, physically and spiritually.

Saint Leo the Great School is seeking a dedicated English Language Arts and Literature teacher who has a strong academic background, experience in culturally responsive education, and a desire to work with middle‑school students. We want teachers who are excited to join our community of learners and work collaboratively on developing curriculum and meeting our Strategic Plan Goals. Our middle school uses a team‑teaching approach that includes all core subjects.

With support from our administrative leadership team, it is important that our teachers work in partnership to meet the needs of diverse learners.

• Develop year‑long standards‑based lesson plans that meet learning needs for all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short and long‑term plans in order to promote all students’ academic performance.
• Collaborate with the middle school team to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Engage in frequent, open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, student data and school‑wide initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and organized classroom environment that supports the school‑wide learning and behavior expectations.
• Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with students, families, and colleagues based on trust and respect.
• Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open house, back‑to‑school orientation, and parent‑teacher conferences.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development.
• Adhere to school policies, procedures, and deadlines.
• Use available technology/instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Experience teaching for at least 2 years (preferred).
• Demonstrated desire to teach Middle School.
• Teaching certification (required).
• Knowledge of appropriate use of technology to enhance the learning experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, including Flexible Spending Accounts, plus life insurance, 401(k), and long‑term disability coverage.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.