Long Term Substitute Teacher: Middle School (Grades 5-8) English Teacher

About the role

Ashley Hall seeks a full-time English teacher for grades 5-8. The position is anticipated to begin approximately September 2026 through December, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature using a modular, inquiry-based, and project-based approach that emphasizes reading comprehension, writing development, and vocabulary and grammar acquisition.
• Foster creativity and independent thinking in the classroom.
• Follow lesson and unit plans; adhere to the course pacing framework provided by the teacher of record.
• Cultivate a caring classroom environment that supports the academic progress and socioemotional development of each student.
• Communicate with parents, as necessary, about students’ progress, including maintaining school-home partnerships for successful student support.
• Maintain a gradebook and submit comments/grades in accordance with the division’s academic schedule.
• Act as an academic advisor for a group of eighth grade students.
• Remain faithful to departmental and divisional priorities.
• Collaborate with other faculty in grades 5-8 according to the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) curriculum framework.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of English Language, Literature, or equivalent teaching experience
• 3 years of teaching experience working with middle school students, specifically those in grades 6-8, is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree (required) or Master's degree (preferred) in English, Middle School Education, or Secondary Education.
• Interest in and proficiency with developmentally appropriate strategies for teaching middle school-aged children.
• Commitment to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Willingness to collaborate and work as part of a team.