English Teacher - Middle School

Making Waves Academy; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Making Waves Academy invites you to join as a dedicated teacher in the Bay Area. You will lead a rigorous classroom, design standards-based lessons, and guide students toward college and career success.

You will analyze student data to refine instruction, collaborate with families, and participate in ongoing professional development to grow as an educator within a supportive, equity-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and strong content area knowledge.
• Valid state teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one (support is provided).
• Unwavering commitment to closing achievement gaps and raising student expectations.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire with standards-based, culturally relevant lessons.
• Regularly analyze student data to adjust instruction and assessments.
• Maintain a highly structured, positive learning environment.
• Engage families through consistent communication about progress and goals.
• Participate in mandatory professional development and team meetings.

Skills

Formative assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching credential or eligibility

Job description

Faculty Salary Scale (see https://www.makingwavesacademy.org/careers/benefits). Our scale ensures equitable pay progression commensurate with experience, education, and professional certifications. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 (academic-year)

When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. Your belief in student potential is non-negotiable. You will lead a rigorous classroom, drive measurable proficiency gains, and serve as a crucial advisor, helping students navigate the path to college and career success.

What You'll Be Doing…

• Teach & Inspire: Develop and execute culturally relevant, standards-based lessons that challenge and engage all students. Adapt instruction to meet varied learning styles and social development needs.
• Analyze: Regularly administer and reflect on quantitative and qualitative student data to immediately inform instructional adjustments. Create aligned Formative, Summative, and Performance assessments that prepare students for standardized tests (e.g., SBAC)
• Manage: Maintain a highly structured, positive, and productive learning environment aligned with MWA culture.
• Partner: Proactively engage families through consistent communication regarding progress and academic goals.
• Growth: Actively participate in mandatory professional development and team meetings.

What We're Looking For…

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree and strong content area knowledge.
• Valid state teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one (support is provided for eligible applicants).
• Unwavering commitment to closing achievement gaps and raising student expectations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required screenings (Live Scan/fingerprints, TB screen, CTC Certificate of Clearance, and CPR/AED/First Aid certification).

The Making Waves Academy Fit

The ideal candidate is an adaptable, reflective professional who drives results by building trust. They combine the skill to manage a highly structured and effective classroom with the proven ability to cultivate strong relationships across the school community, allowing them to rapidly adjust instruction based on data and continuous feedback.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Joining Making Waves Academy means securing a robust, comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your long-term financial, physical, and professional well-being right here in the Bay Area. We ensure your stability and growth so you can focus on maximizing every Wave-Maker's potential.

Financial Well-being

We offer competitive, above-market salaries that reflect your vital expertise in educational support, recognizing your commitment to our students. Beyond your base pay, you will have immediate access to a dedicated retirement savings plan, helping you build financial confidence for the future.

Health and Wellness

Your health is our priority. We proudly cover 100% of most premiums for medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture options for you and your family. We also offer benefits such as employee assistance programs to support your mental and emotional wellness.

Time to Recharge

We believe educators need time to recharge. You will receive generous paid time off, plus all school holidays and breaks. This schedule is designed to ensure meaningful time away from campus, facilitating a sustainable and healthy work-life balance that is critical to preventing burnout.

Professional Growth

We commit to your continuous improvement! You will benefit from ongoing training, dedicated collaboration time, and resources specifically designed to enhance your expertise. You’ll be part of a culture that sees professional growth as essential to our mission.