Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher-Sisters Academy of Baltimore, Baltimore MD

Archdiocese of Baltimore•,

2d•$35,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sisters Academy’s passionate and dynamic ELA Teacher provides engaging, rigorous, and culturally responsive instruction to middle school students in grades 5–8. The teacher fosters a love of reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication while supporting the Academy’s mission of empowering girls through academic excellence, faith, leadership, and social justice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
Experience teaching middle school-aged students.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Commitment to the mission, values, and faith-based environment of Sisters Academy.

Nice To Haves

Maryland State Teacher Certification or eligibility.
Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Familiarity with literacy intervention and differentiated instruction strategies.
Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

Teach English Language Arts courses to students in grades 5–8, including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, literature, and speaking and listening skills.
Design and implement standards-based lessons aligned with curriculum goals and middle school learning standards.
Incorporate diverse literature, culturally responsive teaching practices, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
Differentiate instruction to support varied learning needs and promote academic growth.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
Promote strong writing skills across narrative, informational, argumentative, and research-based formats.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and academically challenging classroom environment.
Encourage student voice, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
Support students’ confidence, leadership development, and personal growth.
Build meaningful relationships with students rooted in respect, empathy, and high expectations.
Collaborate with faculty to support interdisciplinary projects and school-wide initiatives.
Participate in school events, faculty meetings, professional development, and community outreach activities.
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
Support the faith-based and mission-centered culture of the school community.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
Prepare progress reports, report cards, and assessment data as required.
Establish and maintain organized classroom procedures and routines.
Consistently uphold school policies and expectations.