English Language Arts Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science (HUMS) seeks a passionate, skilled, and equity-driven 6th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher to join our academic community. The successful candidate will deliver rigorous, culturally responsive literacy instruction that prepares students for advanced coursework in a STEM-focused environment. This position plays a central role in developing students capacity to read, analyze, write, speak, and think critically across disciplines.

HUMS is a laboratory school affiliated with Howard University, one of the nations premier Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Our school community is rooted in academic excellence, a commitment to social justice, and the cultivation of the whole child. We seek an educator who understands the unique promise of our students and is prepared to meet them with high expectations and deep support.

ABOUT HUMS

Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science provides a rigorous, college-preparatory middle school experience grounded in STEM education and the liberal arts. Our curriculum integrates mathematics, science, technology, and the humanities to develop well-rounded, analytically sharp, and socially conscious scholars. As a Howard University laboratory school, HUMS benefits from close ties to university faculty, research opportunities, and a proud tradition of Black academic excellence.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruction & Curriculum

Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned ELA lessons for 6th grade students using DC Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts

Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, narrative and informational writing, grammar, vocabulary, and oral communication skills

Integrate diverse texts including works by and about people of African descent and other historically underrepresented groups to reflect the experiences of all learners

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