Teacher - Middle School English

Greenhill School•Dallas, TX

22d

About The Position

The School seeks an outstanding educator for Middle School English. Duties comprise teaching two grade levels of Middle School English (5th-8th), advising on a grade level team, and participation in Middle School and grade level activities and duties. Experience with grades 7 and 8 is preferred. This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required .

Requirements

Have 3-5 years of prior teaching experience with Middle School students
Have a rich background in the teaching of English or literacy in upper Middle School grades
Be ready to collaborate with other members of the English department to design and implement curriculum
Have the ability to support students in their acquisition and development of reading and writing skills
Be enthusiastic about creating student-centered lessons that allow young learners to explore complex topics in a variety of ways
Be willing to continuously develop as a teacher through professional development opportunities both internal and external
Be motivated to find ways to contribute to the life of the School through coaching, clubs, etc.
Have the optimism, desire, and positive enthusiasm to work with Middle School students as teacher and as advisor on a grade level team.
Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it.
Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.).
Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and spoken and a highly refined work ethic.
Work to engage with the Middle School philosophy of Student Life and Advisory

Responsibilities

Teaching four sections of Middle School English
Establishing and enhancing literacy skills using a variety of culturally relevant texts
Fostering a love of reading both inside and outside the classroom
Creating an environment for students to discover and explore abstract concepts
Mentoring middle school writers though the writers’ workshop process and written and oral feedback
Building foundational grammar and vocabulary skills
Adapting teaching practices to accommodate a diverse set of learners
Advising on a grade level team
Participation in Middle School and grade level activities and duties
Creating and participating in trusted relationships, fostering character, and building community.