Middle School English Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment organization, is currently seeking a Middle School English Teacher starting in Fall 2026 at an independent school in Miami, FL.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Essential Duties:

• Teach several sections of ELA, English courses for middle school students in grades 6-8.
• Developing lesson plans and curricula based on the needs of individual students.
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies to teach students both in small groups and one-on-one settings.
• Assume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all faculty members.
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum design and development.
• Provide updates to parents about student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences.
• Design, administer, and assess exams to measure student achievement and growth.
• Make use of technological resources, including the school’s online learning management site for classes.
• Hold students accountable for standards of behavior.
• Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being.
• Serve as an advisor for a group of students, offering support, mentorship, and guidance to help them thrive academically and personally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or related required. Master's degree strongly preferred.
• At least 3 years of English teaching experience.
• Previous experience working with middle school students.
• Ability to teach the full range of middle school English courses.
• Experience and comfort with student-centered pedagogy and the integration of technology.
• No teaching license or credential is required.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
• Detail-oriented and resilient.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Desire to be involved in extra-curricular activities as well as the broader school community.
• Ability to teach multiple subjects preferred, but not required.
• Experience working in independent schools preferred, but not required.

Potential Benefits: Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

💵 Competitive pay

🧠 Professional Development Opportunities

✏️ Classroom Resources

🏥 Medical, dental and vision insurance

😃 401(k) plan – Employer match

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

🏠 Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.