English Teacher - Middle School

English Teacher - Middle School at Making Waves Academy Print Application Deadline 6/30/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/20/2026 Contact Jody Fortney 510-779-1368 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 55,337 - 106,000 Bi-weekly Length of Work Year 10 months Employment Type Full Time About the Employer When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. You will join a team dedicated to rigorously and holistically preparing students from the 5th grade to their ultimate career success. Our bold mission is to interrupt inequity by supporting every Wave-Maker's journey to a rewarding life dream. As an employee, you will uphold high expectations for academics and behavior within a close-knit, supportive community. You will be instrumental in fostering essential durable skills like critical thinking and self-advocacy, crucial for any field. This is more than a job; it's a commitment to empowering students to lead fulfilling lives, have rewarding careers and give back to their respective communities to recycle their success. We are looking for leaders and advocates ready to make a lasting impact. Job Summary Job Summary Faculty Salary Scale (see https://www.makingwavesacademy.org/careers/benefits). Our scale ensures equitable pay progression commensurate with experience, education, and professional certifications. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 (academic-year) When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. Your belief in student potential is non-negotiable. You will lead a rigorous classroom, drive measurable proficiency gains, and serve as a crucial advisor, helping students navigate the path to college and career success. What You'll Be Doing…

Teach & Inspire:

Develop and execute culturally relevant, standards-based lessons that challenge and engage all students. Adapt instruction to meet varied learning styles and social development needs.

Analyze:

Regularly administer and reflect on quantitative and qualitative student data to immediately inform instructional adjustments. Create aligned Formative, Summative, and Performance assessments that prepare students for standardized tests (e.g., SBAC)

Manage:

Maintain a highly structured, positive, and productive learning environment aligned with MWA culture.

Partner:

Proactively engage families through consistent communication regarding progress and academic goals.

Growth:

Actively participate in mandatory professional development and team meetings. What We're Looking For… You'll need to have: Bachelor's degree and strong content area knowledge. Valid state teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one (support is provided for eligible applicants). Unwavering commitment to closing achievement gaps and raising student expectations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required screenings (Live Scan/fingerprints, TB screen, CTC Certificate of Clearance, and CPR/AED/First Aid certification). The Making Waves Academy Fit The ideal candidate is an adaptable, reflective professional who drives results by building trust. They combine the skill to manage a highly structured Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer. Links Related To This Job Benefits & Compensation Making Waves Academy Application Process CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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