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English Teacher

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The Bronx School for Law, Government & Justice (LGJ) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher to join our collaborative team. We are a 6–12 school committed to fostering academic excellence, civic responsibility, and culturally responsive education for a diverse student body in the South Bronx.
Responsibilities:
  • Deliver high-quality ELA instruction aligned to the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.
  • Design culturally responsive lessons that reflect students’ backgrounds, experiences, and interests.
  • Collaborate in an ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching) setting to meet the needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners.
  • Work closely with colleagues to vertically align curriculum and support student literacy across content areas.
  • Utilize and adapt curriculum resources, including Fishtank ELA (experience with this curriculum is a plus).
  • Use New Visions Data Tools to monitor student progress, analyze performance trends, and support data-informed instruction.
  • Create and maintain a classroom environment that fosters respect, high expectations, and a growth mindset.
  • Participate in regular grade team and department meetings.
  • Be open to leading an advisory group and/or an elective class that promotes student voice and social-emotional learning.


Qualifications:
  • NYS certification in English Language Arts (Grades 5–9 or 7–12)
  • Demonstrated experience or interest in co-teaching and working in inclusive classrooms.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to differentiate instruction.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.


Preferred Skills & Dispositions:
  • Culturally responsive teaching practices
  • Willingness to innovate and integrate student voice
  • Passion for literacy and adolescent development
  • Flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset


Join a team of educators committed to equity, excellence, and empowering the next generation of leaders.
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LGJ is a student-first community committed to equity, excellence, and college readiness. Teachers grow through collaboration, leadership, and a shared mission to empower students for success beyond the classroom.

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