High School English Teacher

New Way Academy; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits including medical, vision, and dental plans

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks a dedicated high school English teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves delivering tailored instruction to small classes and adapting curricula to meet diverse learning needs. Candidates should possess a valid Arizona teaching certificate and a Bachelor's degree with a focus on special education. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 annually along with full benefits including medical, vision, and dental plans.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid and up-to-date teaching certificate in Arizona.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with a preferred emphasis on special education.
• Previous teaching experience, preferably at a high school level in English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction to classes of up to 12 students in English.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Maintain and utilize data regarding student achievement.
• Contribute to drafting quarterly reports on students' progress.

Skills

Adapt curriculum to student needs

Effectively communicate

Innovative and creative teaching

High organization and flexibility

Strong planning emphasis

Education

Valid Arizona teaching certificate

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Come be a part of the teaching team at New Way Academy for the 2026-2027 school year! We are seeking a highly qualified high school English teacher to join our high school team. Our high school teachers support the school’s mission to educate children with learning differences to fulfill their potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction to high school classes of up to 12 students in the subject area assigned (English), adapting curriculum to meet the needs of each group throughout the day
• Differentiate instruction to remediate what students need to learn and push them to rigorous content understanding
• Integrate best practices by providing students with accommodations and modifications based on their learning needs
• Maintain and utilize accurate and up-to-date data regarding student achievement
• Empower students through high expectations, consistent routines, and strategies for success
• Contribute to the drafting of each student’s quarterly report outlining their academic and social progress
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with parents, students, and colleagues
• Work collaboratively with the other level and content teams

Characteristics & Qualities

• Passionate about empowering students with unique learning profiles
• Innovative and creative
• Strong planner with an emphasis on execution
• Effective communicator, both internally and externally
• Team player
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Willingness to go above and beyond
• Highly organized and flexible time management

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate, occasionally works outdoors in varying weather conditions and climate
• Regularly uses close and distance vision
• Works at a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Works at a desk for extended periods of time, frequently moves around campus
• Ability to occasionally move items 30 lbs. across the campus
• Effectively deals with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
• New Way requires employees to be physically present on campus, with limited exceptions that are at the sole discretion of the School. Under extraordinary circumstances, some or all of the workforce may be required to move to a remote working environment. Additionally, certain individuals may also be approved for limited remote work, based on the nature of the job description, specific circumstances, and only with written prior approval by a direct supervisor.

Education, Certificate, and Requirements

• Holds valid and up-to-date teaching certificate in Arizona
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with a preferred emphasis on special education
• Previous teaching experience, preferably at a high school level in the subject area of English

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on experience in a range of $55,000 to $65,000 per year
• Full benefits including medical, vision and dental plans