Middle School (7/8) Language Arts Teacher
Lake Ridge Academy, an independent K-12 college preparatory school, is seeking a full-time Middle School Language Arts teacher for grades 7 and 8 beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The instructor will be responsible for designing the curriculum and assessment strategies in collaboration with the English department. We welcome applicants who have a strong commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community, as well as those with a similar commitment to including global literary works among the course texts. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of successful experience teaching close reading and analytical writing.
A love for working with students, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative and close-knit teaching environment are a must. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in curriculum design.
Primary Job Functions:
- Teach gr. 7 and 8 Language Arts: two sections of each grade, for a total of 4 classes
- Serve as Middle School Advisor: act as an advisor to a group of approximately 10 Middle School students
- Offer individualized help outside of class: be available to offer help to students during mutual free times
- Participate in Middle School Student Life: help plan and implement Middle School activities
- Collaborate with Colleagues: participate in faculty meetings, school committees, professional development, and engage with the members of the English Department
Minimum Requirements:
- Educational background: Bachelor’s degree in Education and/or English
Salary is commensurate with other independent schools in the Midwest, and benefits include a generous tuition remission package. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to careers@lakeridgeacademy.org. Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Tel: (440) 327-1175
Fax: (440) 327-3641
Fax: (440) 327-3641
Lake Ridge Academy is the only independent college preparatory school on Cleveland's west side. Our co-educational curriculum offers a unique blend of academics, extracurricular activities, and a focus on character development, all on our beautiful 93-acre campus. With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, our devoted faculty provides personalized attention to help every student thrive.