Job Description

The Middle School ELA Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging English Language Arts instruction that supports the academic, social, and spiritual growth of students. This position upholds the mission and values of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and the teachings of the Catholic Church while fostering a safe, structured, and student-centered learning environment. This position is for the 2026–2027 school year.

Essential Functions

• Follow and maintain knowledge of all Archdiocese of Baltimore (AOB) policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Plan and implement engaging lesson plans using a variety of instructional strategies to motivate, challenge, and meet the diverse needs of middle school learners.
• Design and execute an instructional program that supports the values, ideals, and mission of the Catholic Church and Our Lady of Mount Carmel School.
• Create and maintain an organized, welcoming, and academically rigorous classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Actively and safely supervise students at all times, including during instructional and non-instructional periods.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies aligned with PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) protocols.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with students and parents regarding academic standards, progress, achievements, and areas for growth through email, phone calls, conferences, and an electronic grade book on a weekly basis.
• Respond to all parent communications in a professional, empathetic, and timely manner.
• Maintain high professional and ethical standards consistent with the mission of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, staff, and administration to plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum and instructional programs.
• Integrate Google Workspace (G Suite) for Education effectively to support a 21st-century learning environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all learners in alignment with the established curriculum.
• Attend and actively participate in all faculty meetings, professional development sessions, grade-level meetings, and curriculum meetings.
• Attend graduation, open houses, and other after-hours school events as requested.
• Serve on school committees as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable AOB, state, local, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Perform non-teaching duties as assigned, including recess, lunch, arrival, and dismissal supervision.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English Language Arts, or a related field
• MSDE teacher certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of curriculum design and best practices in pedagogy
• Proficiency in integrating technology into daily instruction to enrich and differentiate learning
• Ability to work collaboratively in a faith-based educational environment

Employment is contingent upon:

• Successful completion of state and federal fingerprint background checks
• Completion of VIRTUS Training

Submission of all required employment documentation

*To be considered for a teaching opportunity and to assist with determining compensation, the following documentation is required to be uploaded with your application: Resume, application certifications, licensures (PEL), transcripts, and reference contact information. After submitting your completed application, click "Go To My Presence" to upload these documents. The click the "My References link on the right side to submit your reference information.

Range: $45,000 – 60,000, Annualized

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and personal leave.** Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/