Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Instructor

Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Instructor at Baker Valley Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 5/28/2026 Contact Janell Mora Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $60,037.40 - $85,599.38 Annually Length of Work Year 182 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Baker Valley Unified School District is located in heart of the Mojave Desert. Situated along I-15 between Barstow, CA and Las Vegas, NV, we served students in grades Pre-K-12. The administration and staff strive to provide students with a world-class education to ensure all students are ready to face the college and workforce demands of the 21st Century. Total enrolled for the district is about 125 students, which results in one of the lowest students to teacher ratios in the State of California. Job Summary Job Summary BVUSD is searching for a Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Instructor that will provide standards-based instruction designed to strengthen students' foundational literacy skills, including writing, grammar, reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and academic communication without a reliance on the use of technology and digital instructional tools. The instructor will support a diverse student population through targeted remediation, differentiated instruction, and engaging classroom practices that promote academic growth and confidence. This position will include additional subject matter assignments based upon the candidate's possession of appropriate supplemental authorizations or credentials. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deliver effective instruction aligned with California State Standards and district curriculum requirements.

Provide focused instruction in:

Writing fundamentals Grammar and sentence structure Vocabulary development Reading comprehension Remediation and academic intervention strategies Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English learners, students with disabilities, and students requiring academic intervention. Assess student progress regularly and use data to guide instruction and intervention. Maintain a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment conducive to learning. Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and administration regarding student progress and classroom expectations. Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum development, instructional planning, and student support initiatives. Participate in professional development activities and school-wide programs. Maintain accurate records related to attendance, grades, assessments, and student performance. Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California Teaching Credential authorizing instruction at the middle school level. Appropriate English Language Arts authorization. Knowledge of middle school instructional practices and literacy intervention strategies. Strong classroom management and communication skills. Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting struggling readers and writers. Experience with intervention and remediation programs. Supplemental authorizations or additional subject matter credentials.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California Teaching Credential authorizing instruction at the middle school level. Appropriate English Language Arts authorization. Knowledge of middle school instructional practices and literacy intervention strategies. Strong classroom management and communication skills. Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting struggling readers and writers. Experience with intervention and remediation programs. Supplemental authorizations or additional subject matter credentials. Comments and Other Information Work Environment Classroom and school campus environment. Frequent interaction with students, parents, administrators, and staff. May require occasional participation in after-school meetings, activities, or professional development. Comments and Other Information Work Environment Classroom and school campus environment. Frequent interaction with students, parents, administrators, and staff. May require occasional participation in after-school meetings, activities, or professional development. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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