What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher position at ROBS?
River Oaks Baptist School is seeking a dynamic and innovative educator to join our ROBS team as a Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) teacher beginning August 2025.
This teacher will be responsible for two courses in our middle school ELA program. A typical teaching load is five sections and two preparations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for educating young people, developing curriculum, and working in a collaborative atmosphere.
This position reports to the Head of Middle School. All middle school faculty are supported by an experienced divisional team devoted to developing both students and faculty.
At ROBS we seek candidates who are eager to support our mission of preparing students to meet life's challenges and lead tomorrow's world through a superior educational program ungirded by faith in Jesus Christ and Christian principles.
Responsibilities:
- Teach five sections of middle school English/Language Arts, including one or two preparations. - This specific position requires an emphasis on Honors Language Arts.
- Serve as an advisor to approximately ten to twelve students
- Sponsor a middle school activity or club
- Model and guide students in Christ-like values and character development
- Employ current pedagogies, including mind, brain, and education science research-informed strategies
- Deliver innovative curriculum that integrates technology intentionally and appropriately
- Embrace lifelong learning and a growth mindset for adults and students alike
- Participate collaboratively in grade-level, departmental, divisional, and all-school teams
- Practice differentiated instructional strategies
- Develop and practice cultural competence in teaching and teamwork
- Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrate enthusiasm, energy, initiative, and self-reflection
- Motivate and engage students
- Delight in teaching children in middle school years
Minimum Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 24 hours of English or a Humanities-related degree
- Teaching certification for in English Language Arts
- A vibrant Christian faith and a desire to work in a Christian environment
- Successful completion of reference and background checks
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least two years' full-time teaching experience preferred
Because Christian spiritual education is central to our mission, ROBS only hires employees who profess the Christian faith. ROBS does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, ethnicity, or national origin.
