English Teacher -DHS

Darien Public Schools; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Darien Public Schools in Darien, CT, seeks an English Teacher at Darien High School to teach reading and literature to secondary students. The position requires CT certification in English for Grades 4-12 and a commitment to high school instruction.

Date posted 9/9/2026; Date available ASAP; Open until filled; Application via Applitrack; nondiscrimination policy on file with the district.

Qualifications

• CT certification for English Grades 4–12 is required.
• Experience teaching high school English is preferred.
• Familiarity with reading instruction and assessment.

Skills

Classroom management

Reading comprehension

Literature analysis

Education

Connecticut English Certification (Grades 4-12)

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ English - Reading
• Date Posted: 9/9/2026
• Location: Darien High School
• Date Available: ASAP

VACANCY: ENGLISH TEACHER

LOCATION: DARIEN HIGH SCHOOL

EFFECTIVE: ASAP

REQUIREMENT: Connecticut certification: English, Grades 4 through 12 (#015)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per contract between the Darien Board of Educationand the Darien Education Association

APPLICATION PROCESS

Internal candidates (current employees of the Darien Public Schools) must submit an internal application via Applitrack, including a current resume and cover letter addressed to Marjorie Cion, Director of Human Resources. Apply at www.darienps.org, District Information, Departments, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities.

External candidates must submit an electronic application via Applitrack: www.darienps.org, District Information, Departments, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities. Please upload supporting documentation, such as a cover letter, resume, teaching certificate(s), transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Paper and emailed application materials will not be accepted.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Darien Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Darien Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Darien Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding Darien Public Schools nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Marjorie B. Cion, Director of Human Resources, [e-mail], 203-656-7406, Board of Education Offices, 35 Leroy Avenue, Darien, CT 06820.