Middle School English Teacher

The Middle School English Teacher will teach grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, a collaborative nature, a track record of effective teaching, a deep knowledge of middle-school English curriculum, and an appreciation for the uniqueness of middle-school students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and implement innovative unit plans that reflect sequential learning with differentiated activities based on students’ knowledge and skills.
• Use department guidelines to assess and evaluate students throughout the year, maintaining records, and writing report cards accordingly.
• Provide meaningful, individualized feedback and support to students. 
• Collaborate positively and respectfully with members of the Middle School, the English department, other colleagues, school administrators, students, and families.
• Responsible for coverage of duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s degree is preferred 
• Minimum of three years full-time teaching experience
• Valid State Certification is helpful but not required, preferably in middle or secondary science 
• Proven track record of high achievement in the classroom
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with families and students both in writing and orally

WORK HOURS:

• 7:45 am - 3:15 pm Mon-Fri
• Bi-weekly faculty meetings until 4:30 pm
• Start Date:  This position is for the 25-26 School Year with the new hire orientation beginning in late August.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $71,000 -$118,500 based on completed degree programs and years of lead teaching experience. We offer highly competitive salaries, exceptional benefit package, and a warm and supportive culture.

CGPS MISSION STATEMENT:

CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).