Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Bullis School seeks a Middle School Language Arts Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community for the 2025-266 academic year. Candidates should be capable of teaching a wide range of learners with a specific focus on implementing a robust and engaging curriculum in language arts focused on developing strong skills, habits, and personal identities in reading and writing. This position involves teaching five classes, as well as co-curricular activities, including advising eight to twelve students.

The Bullis Middle School cultivates independence and leadership in a supportive academic environment. Teachers create the conditions for discovery both inside and outside of the classroom, supporting and encouraging students to take risks, collaborate, and explore. Middle School teachers are fully invested in all students' growth mindset by engaging in events, clubs, and other opportunities that go beyond the classroom. Successful Middle School teachers at Bullis are committed to ongoing professional development and a wide range of teaching approaches to reach a diverse student population. In line with the school’s culture of innovation and a student-centered approach, curriculum development and lesson design are continuous endeavors and an opportunity to work in subject- as well as grade-aligned teams. 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. 

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!

Essential 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.