7-12 Grade English Teacher

7–12 Grade English Teacher

About Mystic Valley Regional Charter School

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS), located in Malden, Massachusetts, was founded in 1998 and serves more than 1,750 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

At Mystic Valley, student achievement is built upon exceptional teachers, a carefully selected and content-rich curriculum, high academic expectations, and a commitment to traditional, proven instructional practices.

MVRCS consistently ranks among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and the nation. Our graduates go on to achieve remarkable success at leading colleges and universities, reflecting the rigorous academic preparation they receive throughout their years at Mystic Valley.

Students in Grades K–12 attend school in dress code, participate in a 200-day academic year, and benefit from a school day that is approximately 60 minutes longer than that of most traditional public schools. Together, these elements support our mission of providing every student with access to a world-class education.

Position Overview

The English Teacher is responsible for delivering Mystic Valley Regional Charter School’s English Language Arts curriculum to students in Grades 7–12. Instruction is grounded in the Core Knowledge Sequence and Great Books approach, emphasizing close reading, literary analysis, grammar, composition, and critical thinking.

At the high school level, MVRCS offers the internationally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Depending on assignment and qualifications, English teachers may have the opportunity to teach IB courses.

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned with the school's English curriculum, including the Great Books program and, when applicable, the International Baccalaureate curriculum.
• Teach up to five classes daily.
• Develop engaging lessons and instructional units with clearly defined learning objectives.
• Foster strong reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills through rigorous and content-rich instruction.
• Assess student learning regularly and provide timely feedback through progress reports, report cards, and other forms of communication.
• Administer standardized assessments as directed by the English Department Chair and Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with English Department colleagues on curriculum development, instructional practices, assessment, and data analysis.
• Maintain a structured and productive classroom environment through consistent implementation of the school's discipline model.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and other required school events.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the English Department Chair or Assistant Director.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, or a closely related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and classroom management abilities.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to analyze student data and use assessment results to inform instruction.
• Commitment to high academic standards and a structured educational environment.
• Successful completion of applicable MTEL examinations within one year of employment.

Preferred

• Massachusetts teaching licensure in English Language Arts.
• Experience teaching middle school and/or high school English.
• Experience with classical literature, Great Books instruction, or the International Baccalaureate program.
• Experience designing curriculum and assessing student performance in a standards-based environment.

Physical and Professional Requirements

• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with school policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional learning community.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

This position reports directly to the English Department Chair. Employment is on an annual appointment basis and performance is evaluated yearly.

COVID-19 vaccination is not required.