High School English Teacher

High School English Teacher

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Job Overview

Albertus Magnus High School, a coeducational Catholic high school in Rockland County, New York,

is seeking a passionate and dynamic High School English Teacher to join our faculty for the 2026

2027 school year. The successful candidate will primarily teach Grade 9 English - World

Literature.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic educator who will create an engaging, student-centered

classroom that emphasizes close reading, analytical writing, discussion, research, and effective

communication, while supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 9 World Literature and, as assigned, Grade 10 British Literature.
• Deliver engaging instruction across a variety of literary genres, including novels, poetry,

drama, short stories, speeches, essays, and literary criticism.

• Guide students in developing strong analytical, argumentative, and creative writing skills.
• Foster critical thinking through discussion-based instruction, Socratic seminars,

collaborative learning, and project-based experiences.

• Integrate grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and research skills into daily

instruction.

• Prepare students for college readiness through formal research writing, proper citation

practices, and PSAT-aligned reading and writing skills.

• Utilize instructional technology and digital collaboration tools to enhance student learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of learners while maintaining

high expectations.

• Assess student learning through a variety of formative and summative assessments,

providing timely and meaningful feedback.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages intellectual risk

taking and respectful dialogue.

• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, interdisciplinary initiatives, and

instructional best practices.

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, counselors, and administrators regarding

student progress.

• Willingness to moderate a club, activity, or coach a sport is a plus.

Experience

• Applicant must hold a Master's degree and New York State Teaching Certification in English

Language Arts (7-12) or the equivalent.

• Prior experience teaching high school English is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in literature, composition, grammar, vocabulary development, and

research instruction.

• Experience teaching World Literature, British Literature, or advanced English coursework is

preferred.

• Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans utilizing instructional technology and

project-based learning strategies.

• Well-versed in Project-Based Instructional and Assessment practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to inspire students to become thoughtful readers, skilled writers, and confident

communicators.

• Experience in Catholic and/or private school environments is advantageous.
• Familiarity with standardized assessments, including PSAT preparation, and college

preparatory curriculum is desirable.

About the Curriculum

The primary assignment includes Grade 9 World Literature, an accelerated college-preparatory

course that surveys world literature from ancient Greece through contemporary works. Students

engage in independent reading, literary analysis, creative writing, public speaking, research, and

technology-enhanced collaborative learning while developing strong grammar, vocabulary, and

reading comprehension skills. Students also complete a formal research paper using library

resources, online databases, and proper MLA citation practices.

Start Date

This position begins with the 2026-2027 school year and is a 10-month faculty position.

Benefits

• Pension/403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Interested Candidates

Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

Michael Bruno

Assistant Head of School

Email: mbruno@albertusmagnus.net