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Grade 8 English Teacher (One Year), THE AMERICAN SCHOOL IN LONDON
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Grade 8 English Teacher – One-Year Position
Reporting To
- Middle School Principal
Hours
- Full-time
Start Date
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August 2026
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This role is a one-year fixed-term position.
Overall Purpose
The middle school English teacher is responsible for delivering an English curriculum in an engaging, stimulating, and effective manner, utilising varied instructional strategies.
Summary of Duties
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Teaching:
- Teach four sections of Grade 8 English
- Plan, teach, and assess in close alignment with the grade-level teaching partner
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Advisory Role:
- Serve as a Grade 8 advisor, building positive relationships with students and their families
- Deliver advisory curriculum
- Coach advisees in social, emotional, and academic topics
- Liaise with team teachers to support student progress and well-being
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Collaboration & Curriculum:
- Collaborate with grade-level team teachers for student well-being, academic progress, and team initiatives
- Coordinate the English curriculum with other department members
- Liaise with other departments as necessary
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Professional Development & Engagement:
- Apply up-to-date trends, pedagogy, research, and English education topics in the classroom
- Share knowledge with teachers at departmental and school-wide levels
- Participate in regular pedagogy meetings and professional development sessions
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Student & School Support:
- Monitor and evaluate students’ progress
- Prepare for parent conferences
- Complete report cards
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Safety & Learning Experiences:
- Ensure students’ safety and well-being at all times
- Organise and participate in field trips, including bonding days and a week-long trip abroad in May
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School Engagement:
- Participate actively in the School’s life by attending events, committee membership, and leading co-curricular activities
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Additional Responsibilities:
- Any other duties (including lunch and recess coverage) as required by the Middle School Principal
Selection Criteria
Essential Qualifications/Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in English or a relevant discipline
- Substantive full-time teaching experience in Middle School English
- Experience and a commitment to working collaboratively in a team-focused environment
- Experience with differentiating instruction to support diverse learning needs
- Experience as an Advisor supporting social and emotional needs of all students
- Training and experience in intercultural competency initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Significant recent professional development relevant to the position
- Commitment to and facility with technology integration in student learning
- Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience in supporting student welfare
Desirable Qualifications/Experience
- Experience within a standards-based curriculum
- Knowledge or experience in integrated/thematic instruction
- Experience in advisory, mentoring, or delivering social-emotional learning curricula that support adolescent well-being
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Note: This position description may be updated following consultations to reflect necessary changes aligned with the job title and salary. The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Policy & DBS Checks: All new appointments will be subject to thorough background checks:
- DBS Enhanced Check
- Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration
- Disclosure of Criminal Record
- Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List Check (including identity, address, employment history, right to work in the UK, and overseas checks if applicable)
- 2 references (with the most recent employer)
- Original documentation of qualifications
Referenced sections of the law, including the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Exceptions Order (2013 & 2020), may require disclosure of certain convictions/cautions. Details will be requested following shortlisting.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
ASL fosters courageous global citizenship in diverse and inclusive environments, reflecting the cultural and demographic diversity of its student body and families. Applications from candidates with varied life experiences, global perspectives, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are encouraged.
Anti-Discrimination Policy
The school reserves its position against discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristics under local regulations. For more, refer to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement on their website.
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