CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

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Job Details Job Location BRONX, NY Position Type Full Time Salary Range $67567.00 - $158280.00 Salary/year Description At LSJ, our mission and core values-Excellence, Character, Courage, and Commitment-guide everything we do. We serve a vibrant, diverse student community in the Bronx and are committed to rigorous instruction, culturally responsive teaching, and a school culture rooted in purpose and justice. Position Summary We are seeking a passionate and skilled High School English Language Arts Teacher who believes all students can achieve at high levels. The ideal candidate will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction that builds strong literacy skills, critical thinking, and student voice. You will join a mission-driven team committed to academic excellence and deep care for our students. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field • NYS Certification in ELA (or currently in the process of obtaining certification) • Minimum 2 years of prior teaching experience • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong classroom management and lesson-planning ability • Comfort using instructional technology, including Google Classroom and other digital learning tools • Commitment to continuous professional growth Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree in Secondary Education or related field • Experience teaching ELA in grades 8-12 • Demonstrated success in urban and/or non-traditional school settings • Bilingual in English and Spanish • Strong facility with culturally responsive curriculum and instruction Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver clear, rigorous ELA lessons using Understanding by Design (UbD) • Create meaningful learning experiences that connect to students' identities and lived experiences. • Use varied instructional strategies to support all learners (collaboration, modeling, literacy in content, differentiation) • Monitor student learning through ongoing assessments and adjust instruction accordingly. • Provide timely, specific feedback to strengthen reading, writing, and analytical skills • Maintain accurate digital course materials and assignments. • Build a structured, respectful classroom culture aligned with LSJ expectations. • Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress • Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school-wide goals and professional learning