English Teacher - Grades 9-12 - Leave Replacement (High School)

Yorktown Central School Dist; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown Central School District is seeking an English Teacher for a leave replacement at the high school. Beginning October 2026, the teacher will develop and deliver curriculum to grades 9-12, focusing on reading, writing, grammar, and literature analysis.

The role requires NYS Certification as an English Teacher, a Bachelor's degree in education, and preferably a Master's degree, with prior English teaching experience at the appropriate grade level.

Qualifications

• NYS Certification as an English Teacher
• Bachelor's degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Master's Degree preferred
• Successful prior teaching experience in English for the appropriate grade level preferred

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers English curriculum aligned with district goals and standards.
• Creates engaging lessons to foster reading, writing, grammar, and literature analysis.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress and communicates with parents.
• Ensures safe, conducive learning environments and differentiates instruction for diverse learners.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication with students/parents

Literature analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

English Teacher - Grades 9-12 - Leave Replacement (High School) JobID: 2817

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ English
  
• Date Posted:
  8/13/2026
  
• Location:
  High School
  
• Date Available:
  10/01/2026
  

ENGLISH TEACHER, LEAVE REPLACEMENT

Beginning October 2026

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the English Teacher develops students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, fosters communication skills, develops an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivates students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and promotes the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar and syntax.

Minimum Qualifications:

• NYS Certification as an English Teacher
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience in English for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Primary Activities

• Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking.
• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.
• Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Maintains familiarity with district and New York State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Salary Range

Days 1-20=$133/diem; Day 20 onward 1/200 of step placement on corresponding salary schedule. Range: $64,175 - $139,655 (2026/2027)

The Yorktown Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.