English Teacher (Upper School)
Company: Morris Jeff Community School
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Morris Jeff Community School is
currently hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year for Upper School
(Grades 6–12). This position will begin at the start of the
2026–2027 academic year. Overview: Morris Jeff Community School
seeks English teachers who are committed to the mission and vision
of the school, who will hold themselves and their students to high
expectations for performance and achievement, and who will model
unwavering professionalism at all times. The Upper School English
Teacher provides grades 6–12 English instruction aligned with
Louisiana standards and the International Baccalaureate Middle
Years and/or Diploma Programme. Morris Jeff is an International
Baccalaureate (IB) school that offers an education that is a source
of freedom and possibility for all students, permitting them to
develop their talents fully, become contributing global citizens,
and attain the foundation needed to excel at college, career, and
beyond. Teachers at Morris Jeff will be required/responsible to
Believe in, support, and model the mission and values of Morris
Jeff Community School Commit to all requirements of being an
educator in an International Baccalaureate (IB) school Teach all
assigned classes Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments,
and other curricular materials Work closely with all support staff
to develop and implement strategies for all students to be
successful Implement accommodations for students with learning
differences Maintain a neat, orderly, aesthetically pleasing, and
vibrant learning environment that is inviting, exciting, and
nurturing to all students Maximize time for instruction and
learning Manage learner behavior to provide productive learning
opportunities Reinforce all school rules and expectations in the
classroom and on campus Maintain communication and relationships
with students, families, and colleagues Implement Tier One,
research-based curriculum through best practices in planning,
instruction, and assessment Hold all students to high expectations
for learning, working, and behaving Reflect on teaching practice
regularly Use all pertinent data to drive instruction and
assessment Participate in professional development at the school
level, the IB level, and other opportunities beyond the school to
continue to learn and grow as an educator in the 21st century Be
actively on duty when in any area of the building and campus,
monitoring students for their safety and well-being Complete other
tasks as deemed necessary by the director or school principal The
qualifications for teachers are: Hold a Bachelor's degree (or
higher) Advanced degrees in education or teaching/content area
preferred Louisiana teacher certification in area of teaching
assignment Belief and commitment to the mission of Morris Jeff
Community School Belief and determination to hold all students to
high expectations for learning, working, and behaving Possess,
articulate, and demonstrate strong knowledge of best practices
around teaching, managing, and assessing students from many diverse
populations Possess, articulate, and demonstrate ability to work
with students who have many, varied learning styles and needs in a
heterogeneous classroom setting where all students are held to the
highest expectations and are supported when they struggle
Demonstrate ability to work with and collaborate with colleagues,
parents, and business/community members Reflect on one's
educational practice
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