English Language Arts Teacher 2026-2027: St. Martin de Porres High School

English Language Arts Teacher 2026-2027: St. Martin de Porres High School ALL CANDIDATES ARE ASKED TO APPLY DIRECTLY ON THE SAINT MARTIN WEBSITE: POSITION: High School English Language Arts Teacher 2026-2027 CATEGORY: Contract Employee FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Exempt SALARY: $42,000 - 70,000 Saint Martin de Porres High School is seeking a dynamic, energetic and self-driven English Language Arts Teacher (English 12 & Honors English Seminar) to be part of an innovative college-prep and career readiness high school experience for the 2026-2027 school year. Position Summary Teacher responsibilities at Saint Martin de Porres High School include but are not limited to: Teach English 12 & Honors English Seminar Embrace the Saint Martin Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles as well as the Cristo Rey Network Standards of Mission Effectiveness Value student-centered approach to education Engage with professional learning teams that promote and require collaboration, peer review, and multidisciplinary lesson planning Develop lesson plans in accordance to the school’s innovative curriculum Expected to turn in lesson plans weekly and unit plans quarterly Model a work ethic characterized by diligence, persistence and dedication Understand that the school is in the ongoing process of developing innovative policies in education; be flexible in all matters involving teaching, school administration, programs and curriculum development Use informal and formal assessments to make adjustments to classroom teaching in order to support and track student learning Accept the school’s mission and belief statements concerning student learning Coordinate field trips for curricular and extracurricular activities Communicate with parents/guardians Participate in Corporate Work Study Program & Admissions events as assigned Participate in the development of the school’s teaching policies, procedures and methodologies Education Requirements Master’s Degree preferred; however, a Bachelor’s degree with appropriate experience will also be considered. Ohio Licensure preferred; General ELA AYA (9-12) A teacher who is inquiry minded and has an awareness of 21st century skills and approaches to ELA education. Experience 3+ teaching years in an urban environment preferred Required Skills/Traits Able to work with school technology (use of academic software, Google, etc.) Effective communicator both orally and written Outgoing personality Well organized Outcomes driven Self-initiating Attention to details Philosophical Attitude Understands and completely embraces the Saint Martin de Porres High School mission and the Cristo Rey Network's Ten Standards for Mission Effectiveness; and, the Five Pillars of Saint Martin: Work, Study, Serve, Lead and Pray. Believes that all learning should be set in meaningful context and related to real world experiences. Utilizes pedagogical approaches that include but are not limited to Habits of the mind, Socratic questioning, adult and peer coaching, adult and peer presentations, problem-based learning, constructionist approach, inquiry methods, appreciative inquiry methods, and other forms of active learning. Person of faith but not necessarily Catholic. Appreciates that the school is driven by its Catholicity which focuses on the highest level of ethical, moral and social behavior of its students, staff and volunteers. Able and willing to do what it takes to get the job done even if it is not directly related to your job description. Strong sense of being a team player. Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with company-sponsored HSA contribution. Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Optional Short-Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. Internal On-Going Professional Development. Flexible Planning Day. Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness. Saint Martin de Porres High School encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to our mission. Saint Martin de Porres High School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Diocese of Cleveland