AP English Teacher — Inspire Rigorous High-School Writing

BASIS Ed; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with match

Employee assistance program

KinderCare tuition discount

Job summary

BASIS Tucson North is seeking an English AP Teacher (SET) for an immediate start to deliver rigorous AP English instruction under BASIS Curriculum. This role emphasizes advanced writing, literature analysis, and college-level preparation.

The teacher will collaborate with colleagues, tailor lessons to diverse learners, and foster a challenging yet supportive classroom environment focused on intellectual growth and high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in English, Literature, Writing, or a closely related subject area; or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with another degree.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated subject-matter knowledge in English literature, composition, and analytical writing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, engaging instruction in AP English with differentiation for each course and student population.
• Guide AP English students through complex literary and nonfiction texts, critical analysis, rhetorical strategies, argumentation, and evidence-based writing.
• Develop students' writing skills, including organization, clarity, grammar, revision, and the effective use of textual evidence.
• Prepare students for advanced academic expectations through challenging assignments, meaningful feedback, and effective assessment practices.
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum while developing creative lessons and assessments that support internationally competitive academic outcomes.
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to develop curriculum, share instructional strategies, and strengthen student learning.
• Tutor students in subject-specific knowledge and skills to support academic growth and achievement.
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellectual curiosity, individuality, and respect.
• Support non-instructional responsibilities, including Early Bird, Late Bird, lunch, and student supervision.
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

English literature and writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Literature/Writing or related

Master's degree in English/Literature/Writing/Education or related

Job description

BASIS Tucson North is seeking an English AP Teacher (SET) for an immediate start to deliver rigorous AP English instruction under BASIS Curriculum. This role emphasizes advanced writing, literature analysis, and college-level preparation.

The teacher will collaborate with colleagues, tailor lessons to diverse learners, and foster a challenging yet supportive classroom environment focused on intellectual growth and high standards.