English Language Arts Teacher for Middle School

Maarif Foundation USA; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Maarif School in Wayne, New Jersey, seeks a dedicated English Language Arts teacher for grades 6–8 for the 2027-2028 academic year. You will deliver standards-aligned instruction, differentiate for diverse learners, and use technology and data to boost literacy, writing, and critical thinking.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and a New Jersey teaching certificate, with strong classroom management and a passion for literacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, Humanities, or related field required.
• New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate
• Previous middle school teaching experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing instruction.
• Ability to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons and differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms.
• Commitment to student achievement, character development, and the school's curriculum.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging ELA lessons for Grades 6-8 aligned with the school's standards.
• Teach reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, literature, writing, speaking, listening, debate, and rhetorical analysis.
• Develop students' critical thinking, creativity, analytical reasoning, and communication skills.
• Teach narrative, informative, argumentative, persuasive, and creative writing.
• Incorporate diverse literature, poetry, nonfiction, and current events into instruction.
• Facilitate classroom discussions, debates, presentations, and collaborative learning activities.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying reading levels and abilities.
• Integrate technology, digital resources, and research-based instructional strategies.
• Assess student learning through assignments, essays, quizzes, projects, presentations, and exams.
• Monitor progress, maintain records, and provide timely feedback.
• Develop students' research, analytical writing, and digital literacy skills.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that promotes accountability and success.
• Prepare students for grade-level assessments and future academic expectations.
• Support reading programs, writing competitions, and extracurricular activities as needed.
• Communicate progress with parents, counselors, colleagues, and administration.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and school-wide initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, PD, conferences, and school events.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Grammar

Vocabulary

Literature

Writing instruction

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in English Education

New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Free food & snacks

Maarif School is accepting applications for a full-time English Language Arts Teacher for Middle School for the 2027-2028 academic year at our new campus in Wayne, New Jersey.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic educator passionate about literacy, literature, writing, and developing students' critical-thinking and communication skills. The selected candidate will deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction using differentiated teaching strategies, technology, and student performance data to support academic achievement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, Humanities, or a related field required.
• New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate
• Previous middle school teaching experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing instruction.
• Ability to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons and differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms.
• Commitment to student achievement, character development, and the school's curriculum.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging ELA lessons for Grades 6-8 aligned with the school's curriculum and New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
• Teach reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, literature, writing, speaking, listening, debate, and rhetorical analysis.
• Develop students' critical thinking, creativity, analytical reasoning, and communication skills.
• Teach narrative, informative, argumentative, persuasive, and creative writing.
• Incorporate diverse literature, poetry, nonfiction, and age-appropriate current events into instruction.
• Facilitate classroom discussions, debates, presentations, and collaborative learning activities.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying reading levels, writing abilities, and academic needs.
• Integrate technology, digital resources, and research-based instructional strategies.
• Assess student learning through assignments, essays, quizzes, projects, presentations, and examinations.
• Monitor academic progress, maintain accurate records, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Develop students' research, analytical writing, and digital literacy skills.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that promotes accountability and academic success.
• Prepare students for grade-level assessments and future academic expectations.
• Support reading programs, writing competitions, literary events, and extracurricular activities as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents, guidance counselors, colleagues, and administration regarding student progress.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, interdisciplinary learning, and school-wide academic initiatives.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated, creative, and professional educator who inspires students to become confident readers, effective writers, and critical thinkers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, strong classroom leadership, and a commitment to academic excellence and student development.

Maarif School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.