High School ELA teacher

Job Description

We seek a dynamic and talented high‑school ELA teacher who is committed to our Catholic mission and aligns with our Catholic identity. The teacher will create a rich learning environment for 10th‑grade English, employ varied teaching approaches, and use multiple assessment tools to gauge student understanding and competencies.

• Prepare and deliver daily lessons following approved lesson plans.
• Deliver assignments, assess student work, and provide timely feedback.
• Design and implement authentic assessments that support diverse learning styles.
• Communicate promptly with parents about student progress.
• Collaborate with faculty, administration, and staff on experiential, interdisciplinary, and community‑based learning opportunities.
• Adapt instructional strategies based on peer and supervisory feedback.
• Participate in school‑sponsored curricular and extracurricular activities, including onsite and off‑site events.
• Maintain effective communication with all school constituencies through in‑person and electronic means.
• Support division‑wide and school‑wide initiatives through committee participation.
• Supervise or participate in non‑academic activities, such as lunch and study halls, as appropriate.

Prout School is a Catholic institution that fosters encounters with Jesus Christ through daily prayer, Eucharistic celebrations, sacramental life, and service. We emphasize the values of humility, human dignity, charity, and educational excellence, guiding all academic, athletic, artistic, and community programs.

• Possession of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Literature or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of secondary‑level teaching experience, though fewer years may be considered based on background.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work collegially within a team.
• Experience or willingness to lead one or more co‑curricular activities.
• Pass a criminal background check conducted through the Diocesan Office for Compliance.
• Citizenship, lawful residency, or work visa status as required.