English Teacher - Middle School

ReNEW Schools; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking an English Teacher to inspire students at Castillero and Herbert Hoover Middle Schools in San Jose. The role focuses on developing strong reading, writing, and critical thinking through engaging literature and writing opportunities.

You will create inclusive classroom environments, valuing collaboration and rigorous instructional practices to help students grow as thinkers and communicators.

Qualifications

• Passionate and student-centered educator.
• Values collaboration and inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students to develop reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
• Create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that build confidence as readers and writers.

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Collaborative

Strong instructional practices

Critical thinking development

Job description

The impact you will have

As an English Teacher, you will inspire students to develop strong reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that empower them to express their ideas and engage thoughtfully with the world around them. You will create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that build students' confidence as readers, writers, and communicators. Through meaningful literature, discussion, and writing opportunities, you will help students develop their voice, deepen their understanding of diverse perspectives, and discover their own greatness. A more detailed job description is available at https://sjusd.box.com/v/generaleducationteacher.

Who you are

You are a passionate and student-centered educator who believes in the power of language, literature, and writing to shape thoughtful and confident learners. You create engaging and inclusive classroom environments where students feel encouraged to share their ideas, explore diverse perspectives, and develop their voice. You value collaboration, strong instructional practices, and helping students grow as critical thinkers and effective communicators.

Roles Available

• Castillero Middle School
• Herbert Hoover Middle School

AB-2534 Employment History

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).