2026-2027 High School English Teacher

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CHARTER SCHOOL-QUEEN CREEK•Queen Creek, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Benjamin Franklin Charter School is looking for a High School English Teacher to join our Junior High/High School Team for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities Teach pre-selected Great Books through the historical lens in order to assist students’ ethical discernment and understanding of Western civilization. Focus literary instruction alignment with history classes’ units to better demonstrate the life experiences and culture of different time periods. While under the direct supervision of the Principal and High School Academic Team, the Teacher will plan, organize, and implement the school’s instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Support BFCS Vision, Mission, and Goals. Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures. Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence. Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior. Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides. Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language. Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents, communicating respectfully and professionally at all times. Rely on Socratic questioning techniques to check for student understanding, help students draw connections, and develop student reasoning. Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction. Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy. Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. Participate in curriculum development programs as required. Be an active presence on campus, including staff meetings, schoolwide events, parent-teacher conferences, and other scheduled meetings as required. Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District. Professional Competencies Be comfortable with classical education pedagogy or willing to adjust teaching practices to align with best practices of the classical classroom. Be responsible, reliable, and punctual. Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues. Be flexible and adaptable to change. Positively accept direction and performance feedback. Exercise positive and proactive problem solving skills for personal behavior and conflict resolution. Direct constructive criticism and concerns to the appropriate source. Be a positive role model for students and colleagues. BFCS Core Values Practice and Emulate Virtue – Act honorably and with integrity. Be Intellectually Curious – Have a passion for learning and growth. Have a Growth Mindset – Be flexible and adaptable to change. Be Intentionally Positive – Approach situations with the right intention. Promote Civility – Treat others with respect and understanding. #ZR

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Will be required to pass a criminal background check upon hire

Nice To Haves

Arizona Teacher Certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Teach pre-selected Great Books through the historical lens in order to assist students’ ethical discernment and understanding of Western civilization.
Focus literary instruction alignment with history classes’ units to better demonstrate the life experiences and culture of different time periods.
While under the direct supervision of the Principal and High School Academic Team, the Teacher will plan, organize, and implement the school’s instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Support BFCS Vision, Mission, and Goals.
Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures.
Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence.
Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior.
Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides.
Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language.
Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents, communicating respectfully and professionally at all times.
Rely on Socratic questioning techniques to check for student understanding, help students draw connections, and develop student reasoning.
Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction.
Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy.
Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
Be an active presence on campus, including staff meetings, schoolwide events, parent-teacher conferences, and other scheduled meetings as required.
Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District.
Be comfortable with classical education pedagogy or willing to adjust teaching practices to align with best practices of the classical classroom.
Be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
Be flexible and adaptable to change.
Positively accept direction and performance feedback.
Exercise positive and proactive problem solving skills for personal behavior and conflict resolution.
Direct constructive criticism and concerns to the appropriate source.
Be a positive role model for students and colleagues.