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.
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English Teacher:
English 9, English 9 Honors & English 10 Honors Full-Time (1.0 FTE) position High School English Teacher About Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women Our Lady of Mercy is an independent Catholic all-girls middle and high school deeply rooted in the Mercy faith tradition. We welcome all girls in grades six through twelve — inclusive of all incomes, races, and faith affiliations — who are seeking an alternative to public school or who wish to continue to pursue a faith-based education. We have a strong history of providing quality education to young women, empowering them to excel academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, along with a dedication to Mercy values sets us apart as a leader in Catholic education. Mercy builds life-changing competence, confidence, and compassion that prepares and inspires young women to achieve the highest level of success in college, in career, and in the community.
Job Summary:
Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic High School English Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 academic school year. The ideal candidate will inspire a love of reading and writing in students while developing their critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills. The teacher will work collaboratively with colleagues, communicate effectively with families, and support the academic and personal growth of all students.
Key Responsibilities:
Plans, prepares, and delivers classroom instruction using a variety of presentation methods to keep students engaged and meet their instructional needs Embraces and utilizes technology in lesson planning and instruction Manages student classroom behavior to promote a safe, positive, and optimal learning environment. This may include reporting incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, and adhering to state law and school policies. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration and preparing progress and final report cards Collaborates with the instructional team, accepts feedback, and incorporates improvements into lesson plans Fosters and maintains open collaborative communication with parents, administration, and school counselors Attends department and faculty meetings and contributes to meaningful discussion regarding curriculum, instruction, and evaluation Assumes additional responsibilities including but not limited to homeroom, study hall, lunch duty, substitute teaching, as needed Upholds the mission of Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women Demonstrates the Mercy charisms and acts as a role model of world class learning Promotes Mercy Core Values and Critical Concerns in our community Participates in Mercy traditions and celebrations
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in English, Education or related field Experience in classroom instruction at the middle and/or high school levels Demonstrates success in classroom management and a commitment to the success of students Commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful learning environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in education, administration, or related content area New York State teacher certification in specific content areas (English) Five years' teaching experience or equivalent experience in content area Experience teaching in an independent school setting
Pay Range:
Minimum $47,543.00 per year (Compensation is based on a step scale to include years of experience and educational background) __________________________________________________________________________________________ Equal Opportunity Employment Policy Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women has a clear vision: to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. Helping us achieve this vision is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Accordingly, all applicants for employment are to be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizen status, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the school, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, or termination.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $47,543.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
