Middle School ELA Teacher

• 20262027 School Year
  
  

Position Title: Middle School ELA Teacher (Grades 6–8)

Location: Arts Campus, Jacksonville, FL

Job Type: Full-Time (10-Month Contract)

Salary: Starting at $52,500 (based on experience and credentials)

Work Location: In Person

Job Summary-

Global Leadership Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School ELA Teacher to join our Arts Campus. This role is ideal for an educator who fosters a love of reading and writing, builds strong literacy skills, and engages students through creative, student-centered instruction.

About Us-

At Global Leadership Academy, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and community. Our Arts Campus promotes innovation, equity, and excellence through engaging, creative, and rigorous instruction.

Key Responsibilities-

Plan and deliver standards-aligned ELA instruction for grades 6–8 in accordance with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards

Develop students’ reading, writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills

Create a classroom culture that promotes engagement, creativity, and respect

Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction

Provide targeted interventions and enrichment based on student data

Implement effective classroom management and differentiated instruction strategies

Collaborate with colleagues and instructional leaders to support student achievement

Communicate regularly with families to build strong partnerships

Participate in school events, team planning, and professional development

Qualifications-

Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field

Valid Florida Teaching Certificate in English Language Arts (Grades 6–12) or Middle Grades (5–9)

Minimum Of 3 Years Of Teaching Experience Preferred

Strong understanding of literacy instruction and student-centered practices

Reading Endorsement (preferred)

ESOL endorsement or willingness to obtain (preferred)

Effective classroom management and instructional differentiation skills

Collaborative, dependable, and mission-driven mindset

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

8-hour workday

In-person instruction required

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear

Use of computers and instructional technology

Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds

Activity Levels

Standing/Walking: Up to 2/3 of the day

Sitting: Under 1/3

Reaching/Talking/Hearing: Over 2/3

Stooping/Crouching: Up to 2/3

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and credentials

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer-

Global Leadership Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.