Middle School English Language Arts Teacher (2026-27 School Year)

Yinghua Academy•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Instructs middle school students in English language arts following Yinghua Academy’s mission, core values, and principles. This role involves maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment, delivering direct instruction, conducting student assessments, and collaborating with colleagues on lesson planning and academic resources. The teacher is responsible for classroom management, maintaining accurate student records, and communicating effectively with students, parents, and staff. Upholding professional and ethical standards, including confidentiality and a commitment to the academy's mission, is essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Holds a valid MN license for grade-level appropriate English Language Arts teaching, or has the ability to obtain licensure through the Professional Educator Licensing & Standards Board.
Use of technology as a language learning and instructional tool.
Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, criminal background checks and reference checks.

Responsibilities

Maintains a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Follows curriculum pacing charts and lessons plans; delivers direct instruction to students and develops students’ fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, and appreciation for the subject.
Conducts student assessments in various forms.
Works collaboratively with the Director of English Instruction and grade/subject level team members to plan lessons and share academic resources.
Attends grade-level academic events as scheduled.
Prepares and regularly submits curriculum pacing charts and lesson plans.
Participates in all scheduled professional development.
Follows school-wide behavioral and safety guidelines and policies.
Applies school and classroom rules consistently and effectively.
Seeks guidance regularly from administration and Q-Comp lead teachers on behavior and classroom management techniques.
Maintains accurate student records and proper documentation.
Prepares progress reports and completes all evaluations.
Attends all required safety and health training.
Follows all school policies and protocols.
Actively participates in grade/subject-level and staff meetings.
Communicates with students the expectations for academic performance, classroom behavior, and self management.
Maintains effective communication with parents in a timely fashion; keeps classroom webpage up-to-date.
Conducts parent-teacher conferences as scheduled.
Reads all school communication and responds to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
Upholds professional and ethical standards in all interactions, maintaining confidentiality and respect in all matters, including student-related information and sensitive organizational topics.
Models and encourages all behavior outlined by the Board-approved Professional Conduct Policy.
Maintains confidentiality in all areas related to students.
Demonstrates reliability and good judgment.
Participates in required training and ongoing relevant professional development.
Commitment to Yinghua Academy’s mission, values, and guiding principles.
Maintains a professional image and a positive attitude.
Completes responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
Meets set objectives and goals and requires minimal supervision.
Takes pride in work and is committed to quality.