Hiring Now - Gen Ed English Teacher - New Orleans

Job Title: General Education English Teacher
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
School Year: 2025–2026
Grade Levels: K–12 (final assignment based on experience and school needs)
Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time)
Hourly Pay: $39–$44/hour (based on qualifications and experience)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled General Education English Teacher to provide high-quality instruction to students in grades K–12 in New Orleans, LA, for the 2025–2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will be passionate about literacy, literature, and language arts, and will be committed to fostering a learning environment that supports academic growth, critical thinking, and effective communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based English/Language Arts (ELA) lessons

• Foster student learning in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners

• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student development and academic achievement

• Design and implement formative and summative assessments to track student progress

• Utilize data to adjust instruction and support individual learning goals

• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and families to support student success

• Participate in professional development opportunities and school-wide initiatives

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and behavior

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or related field required

• Valid Louisiana teaching certification in English Language Arts (or eligibility to obtain prior to the start of the school year)

• Prior teaching experience in a K–12 setting preferred

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Familiarity with state academic standards and evidence-based instructional practices

• Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching

Why Join Us:

• Competitive hourly compensation of $39–$44

• Opportunity to teach and inspire students across various grade levels

• Supportive and collaborative school community

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• Chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students in New Orleans
  Application Instructions: 
  Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience to Marsalis James or call at 470.665.4622.