8th Grade ELA

Position: Middle School English Teacher

Location: Middle School

Reports To: Building Principal

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and student-centered Middle School English Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will create an engaging and supportive classroom environment that encourages students to develop strong reading, writing, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

The Middle School English Teacher will provide high-quality instruction aligned with Indiana Academic Standards and district curriculum while building positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the school community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English Language Arts instruction aligned with district curriculum and state academic standards.
• Teach and reinforce skills in literature, informational texts, writing, grammar, vocabulary, research, speaking, and listening.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports the academic and social-emotional growth of all students.
• Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate interventions, accommodations, and enrichment based on individual student needs.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies, technology, and learning resources to actively engage students.
• Assess student learning through formative and summative assessments and use data to guide instruction.
• Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding their academic progress.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, attendance, and other required documentation.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, administrators, and support staff.
• Collaborate with department members, special education staff, counselors, administrators, and other educators to support student success.
• Participate in professional learning communities, staff meetings, professional development, and school activities.
• Establish and maintain classroom expectations that promote respectful behavior, responsibility, and a positive learning environment.
• Support schoolwide initiatives and contribute positively to the culture and climate of the school.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal and/or Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, English Education, or a related field required.
• Valid Indiana teaching license or eligibility for appropriate Indiana licensure in English Language Arts.
• Strong knowledge of secondary English Language Arts curriculum and effective instructional practices.
• Ability to build positive relationships with high school students and create an engaging learning environment.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a professional educational team.
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous high school teaching experience.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Experience incorporating instructional technology into the classroom.
• Knowledge of data-driven instruction, intervention strategies, and best practices in secondary literacy.