HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Location: Miami Beach, FL 33140
Position HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER
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Hebrew Academy of Miami, a growing Modern Orthodox high school in sunny Miami Beach, is seeking applicants for a full-time English teacher to join our team of dedicated professionals who believe in the pursuit of excellence and attention to the needs of each individual student in a caring environment permeated with Torah values.

The primary and essential duties/responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Develop and implement an engaging and effective English curriculum aligned with state and national standards.
Assess and evaluate student learning, provide constructive feedback to students and families, and adjust instruction as needed to maximize student success.
Collaborate with colleagues within and across subject areas to ensure integrated and interdisciplinary instruction.
Attend faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, and other school events in support of school and community.
Fulfill other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Principal.

The successful candidate will have the following dispositions:
Embrace a warm and inquisitive faculty culture focused on advancing Hebrew Academy’s mission.
Embrace ongoing professional development and be committed to staying current on research-based teaching strategies and best practices.
Convey patience and empathy with adolescents and colleagues and prioritize building positive relationships with students and families.
Be self-reflective, work collaboratively, and committed to personal and professional growth.
Have excellent communication skills and embrace working with a diverse student population.
The successful candidate will have the following skills:
Possess an understanding of current teaching best practices, including pedagogies specific to the teaching of English and child/adolescent development.
Model flexibility in both implementing best learning practices and pursuing success for each student.

Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students.
Personalize instruction and assessment to maximize student learning.
Create a stimulating and challenging learning environment with an emphasis on student learning.
Develop a strong rapport with students and foster excellent classroom culture incorporating the use of fair and consistent standards.
Provide opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, and electronic forms of communication.
Develop lessons that engage students in higher order thinking.
Provide a safe learning environment in which students freely take intellectual and creative risks and see failure as a critical part of the learning process.
Create an environment that fosters a growth mindset and encourages students to set realistic goals and use their time in a constructive and balanced manner.
This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits. If you are passionate about education and want to join a dynamic and dedicated faculty, please submit your application today.