High School ELA Teacher (English Language Arts)

Location: New York, NY, USA

Salary: $72,000–$115,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools serving economically disadvantaged communities in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester.

What you will do

• Teach a shared high school literature curriculum featuring inclusive and diverse texts.
• Prepare students for AP, SAT, and collegiate-level coursework through rigorous reading, writing, and discussion instruction.
• Facilitate student-led discourse and help students use evidence to develop, synthesize, and evaluate arguments.
• Analyze comprehension, writing, and assessment data to adapt lessons and differentiate instruction.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level colleagues on instructional strategies and academic goals.
• Build relationships with students and families while participating in coaching, professional development, and school-wide meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university before employment begins.
• Academic background in Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Commitment to students' social-emotional and academic development.
• Interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities; 1–2 years of experience is preferred.
• Certification is not required at hiring, but NY State certification eligibility is required.
• Those without an education degree must enroll in a teacher preparation program, maintain a GPA of at least 2.75, and become certified in New York within a reasonable period after starting employment.

Culture & Benefits

• Weekly coaching, feedback, mentorship, and practice-based professional development.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid spring, winter, and summer breaks.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with FSA, dependent-care FSA, and HSA options.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match and financial planning support.
• Paid parental, medical, and disability leave, plus mental health, counseling, and wellness support.
• Supportive and welcoming environment focused on respect, open dialogue, and student achievement.