High School English Teacher

JAMES BARRY-ROBINSON INSTITUTE • Norfolk, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Barry Robinson Center is seeking a passionate High School English Teacher to join their team in Norfolk, VA. This role involves developing and delivering engaging English Language Arts curriculum for military-connected youth who are working through mental and behavioral health diagnoses. Residents typically stay for six to nine months, necessitating a year-round school curriculum. Class sizes are small, ranging from 6-8 students, with a Teacher Assistant in each classroom. The education team collaborates to meet each child's academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs. The ideal candidate will foster a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking, and embody competency, kindness, and a desire to have fun.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required
• Must be eligible for Virginia State Licensure with endorsement in one or more academic area(s)
• Ability to work on-site (Education Building on campus)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with adolescents and developmentally disabled youth preferred

Responsibilities

• Utilize informal and formal assessment measures upon entry into the program (teacher observation, survey, standardized tests, and previous student records)
• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with licensing standards, to include techniques and strategies such as one-on-one, small groups, classroom lectures, tests, quizzes, and homework.
• Teach and assess English Language Arts content, including grammar, vocabulary, writing, literature, and reading comprehension.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with emotional, behavioral, and reading comprehension challenges.
• Ensure proper documentation including students' grades, behavior patterns and attendance.

Benefits

• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company contribution
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement ($3,000 per calendar year after 6 months of tenure, $5,000 per calendar year after 2 years of tenure)
• Employee events and activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual performance reviews
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level