Middle School Language Arts Teacher
About The Position
As an 8th-Grade Language Arts Teacher at Stratford School, you will play a pivotal role in preparing students for the transition to high school. You will implement an advanced curriculum taught at a high school level, designed to foster deep critical thinking, sophisticated textual analysis, and advanced communication skills. This is a wonderful and rewarding teaching opportunity for an educator passionate about cultivating a lifelong love for literature while equipping students with the essential literacy skills required for their next academic chapter. Additionally, as an 8th-grade teacher, you will be an important participant in the high school application process, including writing high school recommendations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, Secondary Education, or a related field.
- The ability to enthusiastically communicate an appreciation of classic short stories, poetry, Shakespeare, Orwell, and Mark Twain.
- Deep understanding of, and experience with, direct instruction, project-based learning, and teacher-coached, student-led teaching methods.
- Deep knowledge of language arts curriculum standards and advanced instructional strategies suited for high-achieving middle schoolers.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a knack for connecting with early adolescents and collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or teaching credential preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan, supervise, and implement an 8th-grade Language Arts curriculum covering Writing, Literature, Poetry, Grammar, and Vocabulary.
- Guide students to read, analyze, interpret, and confidently share their unique perspectives on complex texts, ensuring they are fully prepared for high school-level academics.
- Teach a deeper understanding of literature by guiding students to identify themes, author's intent, historical context, methodology, style, and modern relevance.
- Actively participate in the high school application process, including writing thoughtful, impactful high school recommendations for matriculating students.
- Maintain an organized, inclusive, and highly engaging classroom environment that encourages respectful discourse and intellectual curiosity.
- Collaborate with other middle school faculty and staff members to ensure vertical alignment and a cohesive student experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and 401(k) plan benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
