Job Description

Job Location: Potomac, MD 20854
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Job Category: Instructional FacultyBullis School seeks a Middle School Language Arts Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community for the 2026-27 academic year. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about teaching a range of middle school language arts courses, with a particular focus on developing and delivering an engaging, hands-on language arts curriculum for students that is focused on developing strong skills, habits, and personal identities in reading and writing.
This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Middle School. Responsibilities include teaching five classes, serving as an advisor, and contributing to department initiatives. All Middle School faculty participate as chaperones for a week-long Discovery Days experiential trip with students in the spring. Additional opportunities to supervise co-curricular activities may be available based on interest and school needs.
About the Middle School Language Arts Department: The Middle School Language Arts program is focused on developing and establishing student reading habits and incorporates research-based components to engage and support the growth of their reading identity. Additionally, students develop writing proficiency in multiple genres as they learn to revise their writing for appropriate audiences, support their claims with evidence, improve syntax, and deepen their confidence in the application of conventions.
About the Middle School:  Middle School faculty are deeply invested in students’ holistic growth and engage fully in the life of the school through advising, clubs, and community events. Successful teachers are reflective practitioners who value ongoing professional development and employ a wide range of instructional strategies to meet the needs of a diverse student population. In keeping with the school’s culture of innovation and a student-centered approach, curriculum development and lesson design are collaborative, ongoing processes. Experiential learning enhances the Middle School experience, from education programs that begin the school year to week-long Discovery Days adventures in spring.
Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.  We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.
If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!
Duties &

QualificationsEssential Functions
- Teach five classes per academic year
- Duties within the community, including student advising or other extracurricular activities
- Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional philosophy
- Collaborate with language arts colleagues to further advance department goals and initiatives
- Participate and collaborate with teachers and other subject area experts on grade-level and interdisciplinary teams
- Use technology to enhance students’ active, experiential, and hands-on learning
- Create learning environments that encourage risk-taking and deep learning for students with a range of learning abilities using a variety of methods and technology
- Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
- Collaborate with grade level colleagues to develop project based learning opportunities for students
- Remain current in pedagogical practices and field-related trends
- Attend Middle School divisional, social studies department, grade-level, and interdisciplinary team meetings
- Communicate with parents, school counselors, and administrators on students’ progress, as needed and appropriate.
- Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standard and provide timely feedback to students
- Use the student learning management system to provide timely feedback, grades, and assignments to students
Other Duties
- Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Middle School
- Continued professional development endeavors
Qualities
- An appreciation and respect for middle school-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike
- Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
- Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
- Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention
- Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
Education and Experience
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in English Language Arts, Humanities, or related field
- Minimum of two years prior teaching experience
Preferred:
- Master’s Degree in English Language Arts, Humanities or related field
- Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment
- Teaching certificates are not required
Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated salary range of $65,000 to $95,000.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-provided basic life insurance
- Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation