English Teacher

Chichester School District Inc; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement

Safety Committee

Wellness Committee

Professional Development

Job summary

Chichester School District in Aston, Pennsylvania seeks a devoted High School English Teacher to join CHICHESTER HIGH SCHOOL. The teacher will deliver engaging, student-centered English instruction, plan curriculum-aligned courses, assess progress, and collaborate with colleagues to support diverse learners.

Requirements include 3–5 years of high school teaching, PA Secondary English Certification (7–12), a Bachelor's degree, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of high school teaching experience.
• Bachelor's degree and PA Secondary English Certification (7–12).
• Demonstrated use of educational technology in the classroom.
• Strong instructional strategies for diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver curriculum aligned with standards.
• Assess student progress and use data to drive instruction.
• Engage students through discussion, inquiry- and project-based learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in district functions.
• Support students’ academic and emotional growth.

Skills

Classroom teaching

PA English Cert

Educational technology

Instructional strategies

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Professional development

Community involvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

English Teacher

Chichester School District CHICHESTER HIGH SCHOOL - Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania

Job Details

Job ID: 5947453

Application Deadline: Oct 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chichester School District is seeking a dedicated and passionate High SchoolEnglish Teacher to join our team. We are looking for a candidate who takes pride in their work and creates a creative, engaging, and student-centered learning environment. The ideal candidate has apassion forEnglish and a strong commitment to providing informative, relevant, and dynamic instruction to a diverse group of high school students. This individual will analyze students’ academic needs and prepare them for college, career, and civic success.

The successful candidatewill plan and teach curriculum-aligned courses and collaborate with colleagues while encouraging the potential in every student. This teacher will be responsible for the overall coordination of instruction in their subject area, including executing well-developed lesson plans, accurately assessing student progress, and actively participating in school and district functions.

WHAT CHICHESTER CAN DO FOR YOU

• Medical benefit options with District-paid Dental and Vision Insurance, as well as a paid Buy Back plan for those who waive District insurance (with proof of existing coverage)
• Paid Sick Days, Holidays, and Personal Days
• District-provided Life Insurance plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan options / PSERS Retirement
• District Workplace Safety Committee and Wellness Committee
• Ongoing Career and Professional Development opportunities

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• 3–5 years of relevant classroom teaching experience at the high school level, with an understanding of adolescent developmental, social, and academic needs
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Current PA Secondary English Certification (7–12)
• Demonstrated understanding of educational technology integration in the classroom
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional strategies for diverse learning styles and abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation, listening, and observational skills
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, volunteers, and administrators from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to navigate challenging situations with discretion and diplomacy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Passion for improving student outcomes and well-being
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and best instructional practices
• Willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the Chichester community

WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR US

• Plan, develop, and deliver curriculum aligned with Chichester standards and best practices
• Assess students regularly and use data to drive instruction, remediation, and enrichment
• Actively engage students through discussion, inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, cooperative activities, and critical analysis
• Support students in developing essential skills such as critical thinking, communication, civic responsibility, and empathy
• Integrate technology seamlessly into instruction, including use of a learning management system
• Communicate students’ progress toward academic goals and collaborate with parents and school personnel to provide instructional and emotional support

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• State Police Clearance (Act 34) – completed online
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) – submitted electronically
• FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) – registration and fingerprinting required
• School Health Record – physical and TB test within the past year
• Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) – Arrest/Conviction Report
• PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release – required for current and applicable former employers

The District will provide to all persons equal access to all categories of employment in the District, free from discrimination, regardless of actual or perceived race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. EOE

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,837 to $100,275 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katherine Shilenok-Wright
• 401 Cherry Tree Road
• Aston, Pennsylvania 19014
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]