English Teacher

Montessori School of Raleigh•Raleigh, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Carolina Preparatory Academy (Carolina Prep) seeks a Middle Years Programme (MYP) English Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year beginning August 2026. Under the general direction of the Director of Middle & Upper School, the ideal candidate will provide engaging and rigorous instruction in English Language and Literature to students in grades 6–10 within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme framework. The MYP English Teacher will inspire students to become thoughtful readers, effective communicators, and critical thinkers while fostering academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth in a student-centered learning environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field required
Minimum three years of successful teaching experience at the middle school and/or secondary level
Committed to the mission, vision, and core values of Carolina Preparatory Academy
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and the broader school community
Flexible team player with a positive, solution-oriented mindset
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment
Student-centered, collaborative, innovative, and passionate about teaching and learning
Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
Dedicated to continuous professional growth and reflective practice within the IB framework

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience teaching within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) preferred
IB training or certification strongly desired

Responsibilities

Adhere to professional expectations established by Carolina Prep and accrediting bodies, including Cognia and the International Baccalaureate Organization, implementing standards and practices for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and IB Diploma Programme (DP)
Design and deliver MYP and DP curricula using concept-based, inquiry-driven instruction aligned with global contexts, key concepts, and assessment criteria
Develop, maintain, and submit curriculum documentation, unit plans, and syllabi to ensure transparency, accreditation compliance, and effective program delivery
Collaborate with colleagues to refine written curriculum, emphasizing interdisciplinary connections, student agency, and authentic, student-led learning experiences
Assess student progress consistently and provide timely feedback through Toddle, including formative and summative assessments and narrative reporting
Support Student Support Plans and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs
Foster a classroom culture aligned with the IB principals, promoting critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and intercultural understanding
Lead advisory responsibilities, including academic monitoring, service learning, and student-led conferences
Maintain professional, responsive communication with families and colleagues, supporting program alignment and continuous improvement
Ensure student safety, well-being, and social-emotional development at all times
Foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning community
Remain student-centered, collegial, passionate, innovative
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Middle & Upper School or Head of School in support of the school’s mission and programs