Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Middle School English Language Arts Teacher. This role involves providing exceptional instruction in a nurturing environment, fostering collaboration among students, and ensuring alignment with the district's mission. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field, along with experience working with middle school students. Join a team dedicated to educational excellence and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students within a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or ELA-related field required.
• Previous experience with middle and high school students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class instruction in ELA to middle and high school students.
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe learning environment.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Differentiated Instruction

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or ELA-related Field

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

Job description

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Lansing School District provided pay range

This range is provided by Lansing School District. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$46,942.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring new English language arts (ELA) teachers. This individual will ensure our students receive world-class instruction in a safe and welcoming environment. Teachers must work to build inclusive, nurturing classrooms where students can be themselves and work collaboratively towards common learning goals. Teachers will work alongside other teachers, parents, and students to ensure they are providing the best education experience to all students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or ELA-related field (i.e. English, Creative Writing, European Literature, etc.)
• Previous experience working with middle school and high school students
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a secondary ELA endorsement (i.e. BQ or BX preferred but possible to accept other subject specific endorsements depending on exact role)
• Previous teaching experience in an urban setting
• Training in CRPBIS and other related instructional methodologies
  
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise of reading, writing, speech and other secondary ELA content
• Provide world-class instruction in ELA to middle and high school students
• Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission
  
  
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces. Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families. May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties. Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students. Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication. Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  
  
  
  

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lansing School District by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “English Language Art Teacher” roles.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.