7th/8th Grade ELA Teacher

Hawbridge School; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hawbridge School in Saxapahaw, NC is seeking a 7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher to create an engaging, supportive classroom where students grow as readers, writers, thinkers, and community members.

The ideal candidate values strong relationships, meaningful learning experiences, and collaboration, incorporating place-based education and restorative practices while delivering high-quality, standards-aligned ELA instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Appropriate NC teaching license preferred or willingness to pursue licensure.
• Strong understanding of middle school ELA instruction.
• Ability to support students with a variety of academic and learning needs.
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to relationship-centered teaching, restorative practices, inclusion, and place-based education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging ELA lessons aligned with North Carolina standards.
• Support students in developing strong reading, writing, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of student needs.
• Collaborate with EC staff to support students in inclusion classes and implement student accommodations and services.
• Use student work and assessment data to guide instruction and provide additional support when needed.
• Maintain accurate grades and communicate regularly with students and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in schoolwide activities and professional learning.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Relationship building

Restorative practices

Place-based education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

7th/8th Grade ELA Teacher

The Hawbridge School | Saxapahaw, NC

Position Overview

The Hawbridge School is seeking a 7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher who can create an engaging, supportive classroom where students grow as readers, writers, thinkers, and community members.

The ideal candidate values strong relationships, meaningful learning experiences, and collaboration. This teacher will incorporate Hawbridge's commitment to place-based education and restorative practices while providing high-quality, standards-aligned ELA instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging ELA lessons aligned with North Carolina standards.


• Support students in developing strong reading, writing, communication, and critical-thinking skills.


• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of student needs.


• Collaborate with EC staff to support students in inclusion classes and implement student accommodations and services.


• Use student work and assessment data to guide instruction and provide additional support when needed.


• Maintain accurate grades and communicate regularly with students and families.


• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in schoolwide activities and professional learning.

Bridge & Advisory

Bridge and Advisory are held daily and are an important part of Hawbridge's instructional day. Teachers are expected to actively facilitate these periods and use the time to support students academically and socially.

Bridge and Advisory may include

• Academic support, intervention, and enrichment.


• Organization, goal-setting, and progress monitoring.


• Relationship and community building.


• Restorative circles and conversations.


• Schoolwide lessons, activities, and student support.


• Helping students develop responsibility, independence, and a sense of belonging.

Place-Based Education

Hawbridge believes learning should connect students to the world around them. Teachers are encouraged to use Saxapahaw, the Haw River, the local community, outdoor spaces, and real-world experiences to make learning meaningful. In ELA, this may include local texts, research, writing projects, community partnerships, or interdisciplinary experiences.

Restorative Practices

Hawbridge uses restorative practices to build relationships, strengthen community, and promote student accountability. Teachers are expected to:

• Build positive and respectful relationships with students.


• Establish clear and consistent classroom expectations.


• Use restorative conversations, reflection, and community-building practices.


• Help students address conflict, take responsibility, and repair harm when appropriate.

Teaching Schedule

| Time | Course |

| 8:15–9:07 | 7th Grade ELA |

| 9:11–10:03 | 8th Grade ELA |

| 10:05–10:57 | 8th Grade ELA |

| 10:59–11:42 | Bridge |

| 11:42–12:42 | Lunch / Advisory |

| 12:44–1:36 | 7th Grade ELA |

| 1:38–2:30 | 8th Grade ELA |

| 2:33–3:30 | Planning |

Schedule may be adjusted based on student and school needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.


• Appropriate NC teaching license preferred or willingness to pursue licensure.


• Strong understanding of middle school ELA instruction.


• Ability to support students with a variety of academic and learning needs.


• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.


• Commitment to relationship-centered teaching, restorative practices, inclusion, and place-based education.

What We Value

Hawbridge teachers are collaborative, creative, flexible, and student-centered. We are looking for an educator who wants to know their students well, make learning relevant, and contribute positively to our school community.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alexis Crumel , Director, Upper School


• 1735 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Ch Rd


• Saxapahaw, North Carolina 27340


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

Job Details

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades