English Language Arts Teacher (Grades 6-8)
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Academy is seeking a faith-filled, dedicated, and collaborative Middle School English Language Arts Teacher for Grades 6–8. The successful candidate will inspire students to become confident readers, writers, and critical thinkers while fostering a structured, engaging, and Christ-centered learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction for students in Grades 6–8 using research-based instructional practices.
- Prepare Grades 6 and 7 students for the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment through rigorous instruction, targeted intervention, progress monitoring, and data-informed teaching.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
- Utilize assessment data, including i-Ready, to monitor student growth and guide instruction.
- Establish a positive, structured classroom culture rooted in Catholic values, high expectations, and mutual respect.
- Collaborate professionally with colleagues, administration, instructional coaches, and families to support student achievement and strengthen instructional practice.
- Participate in professional development opportunities both during and outside of the regular school day, including faculty meetings, instructional coaching, diocesan trainings, and school improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, initiative, and a commitment to continuous professional growth.
- Be willing to moderate an after-school extracurricular activity or student club that enriches the life of the academy.
Employment Requirements
- BA Degree or Higher
- Background check clearance
- Signed Diocese of Brooklyn Code of Conduct
- Completion of VIRTUS training
- Up-to-date immunization record
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal work authorization
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:
aestevez@blessedsacramentca.org
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE BACKGROUND AND CONTENT AREA. SERIOUS CANDIDATES ONLY!