Middle School ELA Teacher — Inspire Reading & Writing

SUGAR CREEK CHARTER SCHOOL INC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Ongoing professional development

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Sugar Creek Charter School in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts teacher aligned with its mission to prepare students for college, career, and life. The role emphasizes rigorous instruction, reading and writing development, and social-emotional growth.

The ideal candidate will foster a love of reading, employ data-driven strategies, and collaborate with grade-level teams to support all learners in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
• Valid North Carolina teaching license or eligibility.
• Experience teaching middle school ELA preferred.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations.
• Commitment to urban education and closing the achievement gap.

Responsibilities

• Develop standards-aligned lesson plans to boost reading, writing, and critical thinking.
• Use data-driven assessment to tailor instruction and monitor progress.
• Foster a structured, engaging classroom culture with discussion and independent thinking.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners' needs.
• Incorporate diverse texts, writing workshops, and educational technology.
• Build strong relationships and maintain high academic and behavioral expectations.
• Engage in planning with curriculum leaders and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Standards-aligned instruction

Data-driven instruction

Differentiation

Urban education

High expectations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English

North Carolina teaching license or eligibility

Job description

Sugar Creek Charter School in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts teacher aligned with its mission to prepare students for college, career, and life. The role emphasizes rigorous instruction, reading and writing development, and social-emotional growth.

The ideal candidate will foster a love of reading, employ data-driven strategies, and collaborate with grade-level teams to support all learners in a supportive, inclusive environment.