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Pay:\$55,000.00 - \$65,000.00 per year

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Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Full-Time \| MondayFriday

Ahwatukee (Phoenix), Arizona

Join the Summit TEAM

One TEAM \| One Goal

Summit School is seeking apassionate, collaborative, and student-centered Middle School English Language Arts Teacherto join our thriving campus community in Ahwatukee. This is a full-time position focused onLiterature, Grammar, and Writing, designed for an educator who believes in academic excellence, whole-child development, and the power of strong relationships.

Summit School was proudly votedBest Private School in Ahwatukeeby the East Valley Tribune and Phoenix Times Magazine this year - an honor that reflects our strong culture, innovative programs, and committed community.

The Middle School ELA Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, rigorous instruction aligned to standards and Summits instructional philosophy.

Instructional Focus

• Literature:

o Teach novels, short stories, poetry, and nonfiction

o Facilitate critical thinking, analysis, and discussion

• Grammar & Language:

o Explicit instruction in grammar, conventions, and sentence structure

o Application of skills within authentic reading and writing tasks

• Writing:

o Narrative, informational, and argumentative writing

o Emphasis on organization, voice, clarity, and revision

Core Responsibilities

• Design and deliver standards-aligned ELA instruction
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and differentiation
• Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students
• Foster a classroom culture rooted in respect, accountability, and curiosity
• Collaborate closely with Middle School colleagues and leadership
• Communicate proactively and professionally with families
• Participate in school events, meetings, and professional learning

About Summit School

Summit School is an independent, non-profit, private school located in Ahwatukee, just off 46th Street and Chandler Boulevard in Phoenix. Our mission is to foster academic growth and achievement in every student while developing the whole child-academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are known for:

• A strongculture and climategrounded in relationships, respect, and responsibility
• High academic expectations paired with intentional student support
• Deep family partnerships and community engagement
• A belief thatevery student can achieve at high levelswhen given the right opportunities

Our campus operates with a shared commitment toOne TEAM \| One Goal, ensuring that students, staff, and families move forward together with purpose and unity.

Our Middle School Model

Summits Middle School program is intentionally designed to maximize depth, engagement, and instructional quality.

• 80-minute instructional blocks every other day, allowing teachers to:

o Dive deeply into literature, writing, and grammar

o Facilitate rich discussions and student collaboration

o Differentiate instruction and provide targeted feedback

• Abbreviated classes every Friday, supporting:

o Skill reinforcement

o Intervention and enrichment

o Reflection, assessment, and student conferencing

Each Middle School teacher receives two daily preparation periods(approximately two hours total)for:

• Team collaboration and vertical alignment
• Instructional planning and curriculum design
• Grading and meaningful feedback
• Data analysis and progress monitoring
• Family communication and professional reflection

This structure supports thoughtful teaching, strong teamwork, and sustainable work-life balance.

Culture, Climate, and PEAK to Achieve

At Summit, culture matters. Our Positive Behavioral and Character framework,PEAK to Achieve, is embedded across campus and stands for:

• Positive
• Engaged
• Accountable
• Kind

Teachers are expected to model and reinforce these values daily, creating classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and challenged.

Summit educators are relationship-driven, reflective, and committed to continuous growth for themselves and their students.

Opportunities for Students and Families

Summit School is committed to creating meaningful opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, including:

Leadership development and student voice

Enrichment programs and academic