Middle School Language

Description

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Maclay Middle School seeks a student-centered, dynamic, skilled, and creative Language Arts teacher to teach in the middle school (6th, 7th, or 8th), serve as an advisor, and collaborate with a collegial and skilled team of faculty.

As a teacher and advisor, this person will serve as an integral member of the grade level team and Language Arts department. Deep knowledge of and appreciation for teaching Language Arts from multiple perspectives, as well as creating an environment that encourages learning, motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the learning experience. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in teaching middle school, the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues, and a desire to be part of an independent school community. Candidates should have experience integrating technology in the classroom and the ability to differentiate instruction to effectively work with a range of learners. Additional responsibilities include serving as an advisor, full participation in the life of the school, leading a club, serving as an athletic coach, or other initiative.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Middle School, the Middle School Language Arts Teacher will be responsible for the following:

· Instruction, curriculum development, and extended classroom activities in the field of Language Arts.

· Use of the latest research, tools, and data to inform and enrich the experience for students.

· Guide students in developing skills essential to effective life-long learning practices including creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.

· Make interdisciplinary connections by teaming with colleagues.

· Model a growth mindset regarding best practices and important trends in curriculum, pedagogy, educational technology, and co-curricular activities.

· Serve as an advisor; participate in the life of the middle school through leading a club, serving as an athletic coach, or other initiative.

This is a full-time position, beginning in August.

An advanced degree in Education focusing on the subject area and a minimum of 3 years of classroom teaching experience are preferred.

*As part of our hiring process, we conduct a social media review for all candidates. This review helps us ensure alignment with our school's values and professional standards.

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Requirements:
To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical and mental requirements are essential to the successful performance of this job:

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate, similar to a standard school environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Cognitive and Emotional Requirements: The candidate must be able to analyze, reason, and problem-solve effectively. The ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain emotional control under stress, and communicate clearly and professionally is essential.

About Maclay School:
Maclay School is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school located on 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee, Florida. Our Lower School program, which begins with a nurturing preschool for three- and four-year-old children, continues in the Jablon Lower School. Here, students are supported in a warm, family-oriented environment that emphasizes personal growth, academic rigor, and character development. With a focus on individualized learning and a commitment to excellence, Maclay School provides a safe space where students are encouraged to take risks, stretch their thinking, and achieve their fullest potential.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the academic success of Maclay’s youngest learners while supporting and developing the professional capacity of teachers.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Maclay School is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.