English Teacher

Mount Vernon City School District Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus - Mount Vernon, New York Open in Google Maps English Teacher Mount Vernon City School District Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus - Mount Vernon, New York Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Mount Vernon City School District Job Details Job ID: 5817504 Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026 Job Description Certification/License: English Language Arts 7-12 Job Description: The Mount Vernon City School District is looking to hire an English Teacher for grades 7-12. The candidate must possess the required certification/license and demonstrate an understanding of reading and writing instruction. Job description details and expectations include: Proficient in NYS 7-12 English Language Arts Standards and curriculum. Possess thorough knowledge of the NYS Regents Examination in English Language Arts and/or NYS Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Assessment and utilize this information to plan and facilitate lessons. Demonstrate a strong background in literacy. Ability to utilize best practices to promote student success with reading and writing. Familiarity with reading strategies for both literary and informational texts. Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs. Willing and able to work in a collaborative teaching environment, including co‑teaching and interdisciplinary planning. Ability to engage in self‑evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and seek professional learning opportunities. Demonstrate an ability to engage adolescent students and interact in a manner that promotes a positive academic experience for all students. Encourage family involvement and ensure effective communication with students and families. Experience with social and emotional learning preferred. Position Type: Full-Time Contact Information Anjanette Brown , Principal Denzel Washington School of the Arts at the Nellie A. Thornton Campus Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education