Founded in 1998, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) in Malden, Massachusetts, serves more than 1,750 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

At Mystic Valley, student success is built upon exceptional teachers, a carefully selected curriculum delivered with fidelity, high academic expectations, and a traditional, knowledge-based approach to instruction.

Consistently recognized among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and the nation, MVRCS prepares students for exceptional post-secondary success through a rigorous academic program. Our graduates thrive at leading colleges and universities, reflecting the strong educational foundation established during their time at Mystic Valley.

Students in Grades K–12 attend school in dress code for 200 instructional days each year and benefit from an extended school day that is approximately one hour longer than that of most traditional public schools. These distinguishing features allow Mystic Valley to fulfill its mission of providing every student with the opportunity to receive a world-class education.

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable English Teacher to join our English Department and teach students in Grades 7–12.

The successful candidate will deliver rigorous instruction aligned with the school's Core Knowledge curriculum and Great Books literature program. High school teaching assignments may also include International Baccalaureate (IB) English courses, offering students a challenging, college-level academic experience.

The ideal candidate is committed to developing students' reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication skills while fostering a structured, engaging, and academically rigorous classroom environment.

• Plan and deliver engaging English Language Arts instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge curriculum, Great Books program, and, when assigned, the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.
• Teach five daily classes using instructional practices that promote literary analysis, effective writing, critical thinking, and academic excellence.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional units with clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Assess student learning through essays, projects, presentations, quizzes, exams, and other formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, progress reports, and report cards.
• Administer standardized assessments as directed by the English Department Chair and Leadership Team.
• Collaborate regularly with members of the English Department to strengthen curriculum, instruction, assessment practices, and student achievement.
• Implement the school's assertive discipline model and maintain a structured, respectful classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators regarding student progress and academic expectations.
• Participate in faculty meetings, department meetings, professional development, and other required school events.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the English Department Chair and/or Assistant Director.

• Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, Literature, or a closely related field required.
• Massachusetts English licensure (or eligibility to obtain licensure).
• Strong knowledge of English literature, composition, grammar, and writing instruction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop engaging lessons that meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Experience assessing student performance and using data to inform instruction.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, families, and school leadership.
• Ability to perform responsibilities in accordance with school policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Successful completion of applicable Massachusetts MTEL requirements within one year of employment.

This position reports to the English Department Chair and is an annual appointment subject to yearly evaluation.

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.

COVID-19 vaccination is not required for employment.