English Language Arts Teacher for High School

Maarif Foundation USA•Bloomfield, NJ

20h•$40,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Maarif School is accepting applications for a full-time High School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher for Grades 9–12 for the 2027–2028 academic year. The teacher will deliver engaging, rigorous instruction in literature, writing, critical thinking, and college readiness. Instruction should use differentiated teaching strategies, technology, and student performance data to support academic achievement and prepare students for higher education. The position requires a bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, Humanities, or a related field and a New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate. Previous high school teaching experience is preferred. The candidate should have strong knowledge of American, British, and World Literature, grammar, composition, and literary analysis, along with the ability to develop standards-aligned lessons for diverse learning needs. The role includes collaborating with students, parents, colleagues, and administration and supporting the school's curriculum, student achievement, character development, and college readiness. Interested candidates should submit a resume and relevant teaching credentials for consideration. Maarif School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, Humanities, or a related field.
New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate.
Strong knowledge of American, British, and World Literature, grammar, composition, and literary analysis.
Ability to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons and differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms.
Commitment to student achievement, character development, college readiness, and the school's curriculum.
Ability to collaborate professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Previous high school teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver rigorous ELA lessons for Grades 9–12 aligned with the school's curriculum and New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
Teach American, British, and World Literature, grammar, vocabulary, composition, and literary analysis.
Develop students' critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creativity, and communication skills.
Teach argumentative, analytical, persuasive, research-based, and creative writing.
Guide students in analyzing complex texts, evaluating evidence, and developing well-supported literary interpretations.
Incorporate diverse literature, poetry, nonfiction, and age-appropriate current events into instruction.
Facilitate classroom discussions, debates, presentations, and collaborative learning activities.
Develop students' research, academic writing, information literacy, and citation skills.
Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying reading levels, writing abilities, and academic needs.
Integrate technology, digital resources, and research-based instructional strategies.
Assess student learning through essays, research papers, examinations, projects, and presentations.
Monitor academic progress, maintain accurate records, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that promotes accountability and academic success.
Prepare students for standardized assessments, advanced coursework, and college-level expectations.
Support writing competitions, literary events, debate programs, and extracurricular academic activities as needed.
Communicate regularly with parents, guidance counselors, colleagues, and administration regarding student progress.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.