Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Requirements / Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Strong knowledge of middle school English Language Arts curriculum and instructional practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong classroom management and organizational skills. Ability to establish positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Commitment to supporting the mission and values of a Christian school. California teaching credential or equivalent teaching qualifications preferred. Prior experience teaching Language Arts in grades 6–8. Experience with curriculum planning, differentiated instruction, and student assessment. Familiarity with educational technology, including Google Classroom and digital grading platforms. Comments and Other Information Interested candidates are invited to submit the following: Current résumé Cover letter expressing interest in the position Copies of teaching credentials, if applicable Professional references Uphold the school's Christian mission and core values of Love, Respect, and Responsibility. Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned Language Arts instruction for grades 6–8. Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, vocabulary, grammar, composition, and effective written and oral communication. Foster critical thinking, creativity, and meaningful classroom discussions. Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and support students with academic accommodations. Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, and maintain accurate grades and academic records. Communicate proactively and professionally with parents regarding student progress and academic concerns. Establish clear classroom expectations and maintain a positive, structured learning environment. Collaborate with faculty, learning specialists, and school administration to support student success. Participate in faculty meetings, parent conferences, school activities, and other assigned responsibilities. (After school 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm once a month) Uphold the school's Christian mission and core values of Love, Respect, and Responsibility. Chaperone and supervise middle school dances held after school or during evening hours, with one dance scheduled each fall, winter, and spring. Participation will be based on the dates occurring during the assignment. Chaperone and supervise middle school dances held after school or during evening hours, with one dance scheduled each fall, winter, and spring. Participation will be based on the dates occurring during the assignment. Attend and participate in required school events outside of regular school hours, including evenings and weekends. Events may include Open House, Middle School Information Night, the Christmas Evening Performance, and other school-sponsored programs, celebrations, or activities as designated by school administration. Other duties as assigned.