SUMMARY 

The School seeks an outstanding educator for Middle School English.  Duties comprise teaching two grade levels of Middle School English (5th-8th), advising on a grade level team, and participation in Middle School and grade level activities and duties. 

This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required.? 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsibilities for the position include teaching four sections of Middle School English by
• Establishing emerging literacy skills using a variety of culturally relevant texts;
• Fostering a love of reading both inside and outside the classroom;
• Creating an environment for students to discover and explore abstract concepts;
• Mentoring middle school writers though the writers’ workshop process;
• Building foundational grammar and vocabulary skills; 
• Adapt teaching practices to accommodate a diverse set of learners.

Qualifications and Education Requirements: 

• Have 3-5 years of prior teaching experience with Middle School or upper elementary students;
• Have a rich background in the teaching of English or literacy in grades 3-6. 
• Be ready to collaborate with other members of the English department to design and implement curriculum; 
• Have the ability to support students in their acquisition and development of reading and writing skills;
• Be enthusiastic about creating student-centered lessons that allow young learners to explore complex topics in a variety of ways;
• Be willing to continuously develop as a teacher through professional development opportunities both internal and external;
• Be motivated to find ways to contribute to the life of the School through coaching, clubs, etc.;
• Have the optimism, desire, and positive enthusiasm to work with Middle School students.

Specific Skills and Abilities: 

• Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it.
• Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.). 
• Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit. 
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and spoken and a highly refined work ethic.
• Work to engage with the Middle School philosophy of Student Life and Advisory by creating and participating in trusted relationships, fostering character, and building community.