What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025-2026 Upper School English Instructor position at Franklin Road Academy?
Franklin Road Academy seeks a full-time English teacher. The school is adding a full-time position in English to support the ongoing growth of the English program. The position will focus on 9th English, though there is a possibility of at least one section of a 10-12th grade English seminar course. Candidates should have experience teaching both the mechanics of writing and a broad array of literature, and they should be able to employ a variety of pedagogical methods in their teaching. Candidates should desire to be a part of a collaborative faculty that resonates with FRA's mission to develop leaders of integrity in an inclusive Christian community. This position requires close coordination with other grade-level teachers as well as with fellow English teachers to ensure vertical alignment. The department will meet regularly to share best practices and ensure a collegial atmosphere of growth and development. Candidates for this position should have a passion for English / Language Arts and have a desire to grow as instructors and mentors of students. Community life is a huge part of FRA, as teachers regularly attend games, recitals, and other campus events outside the classroom. All teachers at FRA are advisors of groups of 8-10 students that meet 3-4 times per week, and teachers are strongly encouraged to lead clubs, coach teams, and integrate themselves into the school community.