About This Role: 

Silver Lake Middle School ("CWC SLMS") is seeking a dynamic and experienced Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher who is passionate about creating joyful, rigorous learning environments. The ideal candidate is committed to social-emotional development, culturally responsive teaching, and fostering a love for reading and writing through constructivist, project-based approaches.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and refine curriculum aligned with Common Core Middle School ELA Standards and multiple intelligences theory.

• Deliver engaging lessons in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to support student growth.

• Use multiple forms of assessment to monitor progress, inform instruction, and ensure students meet or exceed grade-level expectations.

• Use data to differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to individual learners.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom culture grounded in social-emotional learning.

• Collaborate regularly with colleagues, school leaders, and Teaching Associates.

• Maintain proactive and ongoing communication with students’ families.

• Participate in professional development, school-wide activities, and community engagement opportunities.

• Model professionalism and uphold all deadlines and responsibilities with integrity.

Core Competencies:

• Instructional Expertise: Demonstrates a strong grasp of ELA content and pedagogy, with the ability to plan, differentiate, and assess for academic success.

• Culturally Responsive Practice: Creates an inclusive learning environment that reflects, values, and celebrates student diversity.

• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Uses data to inform instruction and ensure all students achieve at high levels.

• Classroom Culture Building: Fosters a joyful and respectful learning space where students feel safe, seen, and motivated.

• Communication: Communicates clearly, kindly, and professionally with students, families, and colleagues.

• Growth Mindset & Adaptability: Welcomes feedback, change, and innovation as part of ongoing personal and professional growth.

• Collaboration: Works effectively with peers and leaders to support school-wide learning and student success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential in English (required)

• CLAD or BCLAD certification (preferred)

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in diverse school settings

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to support both small and large groups

• Experience with social-emotional learning, community building, and student empowerment

• Spanish or Korean fluency is a plus