English Teacher Grades 7-12

Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus; City of Mount Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking an English Teacher for grades 7-12. The candidate must hold NYS English Language Arts 7–12 certification and demonstrate strong reading and writing instruction skills.

The role emphasizes collaborative teaching, ongoing assessment, and family communication to support student success. Starting immediately, this full-time position requires dedication to literacy, SEL practices, and a supportive

Qualifications

• Certification/licensure as English Language Arts 7–12 required.
• Experience planning and facilitating reading and writing instruction.
• Ability to collaborate in co-teaching and interdisciplinary planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement NYS ELA standards-based lessons.
• Assess student learning and adjust instructional methods.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and literacy.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Collaborative teaching

Professional growth

Family communication

Student engagement

Social and emotional learning

Education

NYS English Language Arts 7–12 Certification

Job description

Mount Vernon City School District Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus - Mount Vernon, New York Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description:

The Mount Vernon City School District is looking to a hire an English Teacher for grades 7-12. The candidate must possess the required certification/license and demonstrate an understanding of reading and writing instruction. Job description details and expectations include:

• Proficient in NYS 7-12 English Language Arts Standards and curriculum.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the NYS Regents Examination in English Language Arts and/or NYS Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Assessment and utilize this information to plan and facilitate lessons.
• Demonstrate a strong background in literacy.
• Ability to utilize best practices to promote student success with reading and writing.
• Familiarity with reading strategies for both literary and informational texts.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs.
• Willing and able to work in a collaborative teaching environment, including co-teaching and interdisciplinary planning.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and seek professional learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate an ability to engage adolescent students and interact in a manner that promotes a positive academic experience for all students.
• Encourage family involvement and ensure effective communication with students and families.
• Experience with social and emotional learning preferred.

English Teacher Grades 7-12

Mount Vernon City School District Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus - Mount Vernon, New York Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Mount Vernon City School District

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Certification/License: English Language Arts 7–12

Job Description:

The Mount Vernon City School District is looking to a hire an English Teacher for grades 7-12. The candidate must possess the required certification/license and demonstrate an understanding of reading and writing instruction. Job description details and expectations include:

• Proficient in NYS 7-12 English Language Arts Standards and curriculum.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the NYS Regents Examination in English Language Arts and/or NYS Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Assessment and utilize this information to plan and facilitate lessons.
• Demonstrate a strong background in literacy.
• Ability to utilize best practices to promote student success with reading and writing.
• Familiarity with reading strategies for both literary and informational texts.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs.
• Willing and able to work in a collaborative teaching environment, including co-teaching and interdisciplinary planning.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and seek professional learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate an ability to engage adolescent students and interact in a manner that promotes a positive academic experience for all students.
• Encourage family involvement and ensure effective communication with students and families.
• Experience with social and emotional learning preferred.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anjanette Brown , Principal
• Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]