English Literature, And Language Arts Middle School Teacher
The Basilica School of St. Mary
Alexandria, VA
Job ID#:
14381168932
Posted:
March 28, 2025
Expires:
May 27, 2025
Category:
Primary Education
Terms:
Full-Time Employee
Experience:
0-2 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
Salary
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Job Description
The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eighth grade Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks an English Literature and Language teacher for the Middle School grades and English Department Chair for the 2025-26 school year. The English teacher will work closely with the middle school team in a highly collaborative manner and be committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. The Department Chair will coordinate the literature studies and writing program for grades five through eight, collaborating with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in and passion for English literature and writing, with an ability to engage students in a love for reading and literary analysis. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, always with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree in English or education, will hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have strong instructional experiences.The Basilica School is committed to providing our students and families excellence in Catholic education. We are in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Application: Applicants must submit an application to the Diocese of Arlington. They must also be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mrs. Gabby Touchet at gtouchet@smsva.org.
About the Employer
The mission of the Basilica School of Saint Maryis to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars.
The mission is the cornerstone of our teaching and community. We nurture saints by teaching our students about God's presence, providing opportunities for sanctification.
Our students become stewards through our school's emphasis on community service. The school not only organizes specific community service projects, but also encourages students to serve one another in little ways every day.
At the Basilica School of Saint Mary, we strive for academic rigor in all subjects. We encourage and support our students to achieve their highest potential and develop and utilize the gifts that God has given them.