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New Fairfield Middle School

English Language Arts Middle School

Job Description

English Language Arts Middle School New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield Middle School - New Fairfield, Connecticut This job is also posted in New Fairfield Public Schools Job Details
Job ID:
5888215
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description
POSITION TO START
August 2026
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach middle school English Language Arts in alignment with district curriculum and Connecticut Core Standards. Design and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons that promote reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary development, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills. Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, social, emotional, and learning needs of diverse learners. Foster a positive, respectful, equitable, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement, collaboration, and academic growth. Integrate instructional technology and research-based literacy practices to enhance student learning. Collaborate with colleagues, special education staff, interventionists, administrators, and families to support student success.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Connecticut Certification or equivalent New York certification with eligibility to obtain Connecticut certification through reciprocity. Strong knowledge of middle school English Language Arts curriculum, adolescent literacy, instructional strategies, and assessment practices. Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
SALARY:
Per NFEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
PLEASE SUBMIT
Online Application, Letter of Intent, Resume, Transcripts, Connecticut Certification (or proof of eligibility for reciprocity), Two (2) Letters of Reference
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.

$72,272 / year median in Connecticut

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