Dynamic Middle School ELA Teacher

Archdiocese of Miami; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic Education Institution in Florida seeks an experienced Middle School ELA Teacher for the 2026-27 academic year. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and teaching certificate, demonstrating strong communication and presentation skills. Responsibilities include planning instructional programs and supporting students in their learning. Candidates must align with the Catholic mission and undergo background screening as per Archdiocese policy. Interested applicants should apply with a specified subject line.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Middle School and/or High School in ELA.
• Proficient with interactive boards and instructional technologies.
• Supportive of the mission and tenets of the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement instructional program for Middle School.
• Help students learn and apply higher thinking skills.
• Perform duties in alignment with Catholic Archdiocese's mission and vision.

Skills

Strong presentation skills

Proficiency with instructional technologies

Excellent oral and written communication

Good spelling and grammar

Education

BS / BA Degree in Education or English

Florida teaching certificate for English

Tools

MS Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Canvas

Apple technologies and applications

Job description

School Faculty - Middle - Mary Help of Christians Catholic School

Middle School ELA Teacher
Published: 04/02/2026

Mary Help of Christians Catholic School in Parkland, Florida has an opening for a qualified MSEnglish and Language Arts Teacher for the upcoming 2026-27 academic year. This candidate can help students learn, apply higher thinking skills, and is qualified to teach all levels of Middle School. This teacher will be required to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program for middle school and performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami. Salary will vary based on certification and years of service.

Qualifications:

• BS / BA Degree in Education or English.
• Florida department of Education Grades 6-8 teaching certificate for English and/or reading, temporary or professional required.
• Experience in teaching Middle School and/or High School in ELA.
• Strong presentation skills with skill in use of instructional technologies.
• Proficiency with interactive boards, MS Outlook, Word, and Excel; PowerPoint a plus.
• Proficiency with Apple technologies and applications, and with Canvas and Plus Portal.
• Excellent oral and written English -language communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
• Good spelling and grammar are required.
• Supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Must have knowledge of basic tenets of Catholic Church.

Subject line should read: Middle School ELA Teacher.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults”, the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit: info.flclearinghouse.com/ .