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Sisters Academy’s passionate and dynamic ELA Teacher provides engaging, rigorous, and culturally responsive instruction to middle school students in grades 5–8. The teacher fosters a love of reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication while supporting the Academy’s mission of empowering girls through academic excellence, faith, leadership, and social justice.
Essential Functions
Instructional Duties
- Teach English Language Arts courses to students in grades 5–8, including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, literature, and speaking and listening skills.
- Design and implement standards-based lessons aligned with curriculum goals and middle school learning standards.
- Incorporate diverse literature, culturally responsive teaching practices, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
- Differentiate instruction to support varied learning needs and promote academic growth.
- Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
- Promote strong writing skills across narrative, informational, argumentative, and research-based formats.
Student Engagement
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and academically challenging classroom environment.
- Encourage student voice, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Support students’ confidence, leadership development, and personal growth.
- Build meaningful relationships with students rooted in respect, empathy, and high expectations.
Collaborative and Community Duties
- Collaborate with faculty to support interdisciplinary projects and school-wide initiatives.
- Participate in school events, faculty meetings, professional development, and community outreach activities.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
- Support the faith-based and mission-centered culture of the school community.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
- Prepare progress reports, report cards, and assessment data as required.
- Establish and maintain organized classroom procedures and routines.
- Consistently uphold school policies and expectations.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
- Experience teaching middle school-aged students.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to the mission, values, and faith-based environment of Sisters Academy.
Preferred
- Maryland State Teacher Certification or eligibility.
- Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices.
- Familiarity with literacy intervention and differentiated instruction strategies.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
Pay Range: $35,000 - $60,000, Annualized
Benefits: 401K, Medical with an HRA Dental; Vision, Life Insurance, EAP
