Kearns - English Teacher - External - position

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.

Kearns High School English Teacher (1.0 FTE)

• have a Utah Professional Secondary teaching license; or,
• have an out-of-state Professional Secondary license; or,
• have a current Associate Educator License (AEL) through the Utah State Board of Education.

Please upload the following document with your application depending on your licensure situation:

• In and out-of-state applicants must upload a copy of their current state license with their application in order to be considered.
• If approved for an Associate License, please upload both a copy of your highest university degree AND your AEL eligibility letter.
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license should upload a conferral letter from their university in place of the license. The conferral letter must be on official university letterhead and must include:
• The degree earned
• The anticipated graduation date
• The type of license and content area(s) in which the candidate will be recommended to the Utah State Board of Education

Candidates must have officially graduated prior to the position start date. An official copy of the teaching license and degree will be required upon hire.

• English endorsement required.
• ESL endorsement preferred.
• Preference given to candidates willing to help with extracurricular activities.
• Position begins March 2nd 2026, one year only for rest of  school year.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Danny Stirland, Principal, at  or email dstirland.

Job Title Teacher

Department School

Supervisor School Principal

Salary Schedule Teacher Salary Schedule

Lane Placement A-G

Contract Length 9 Months

FLSA Classification Exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability.

Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. Implement Proficiency-Based Grading in Student Evaluations.

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
• Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction.
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom through organization and appropriate discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students' academic…