Position Details
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.Hours: Approximately 20 hours per weekCompensation: $35–$45 per hour, based on education and experienceLocation: On-site in SeattleStart Date: 2026-2027 school yearAbout MMSC Day School
MMSC Day School is a private Jewish school serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Our warm, mission-driven community combines a rigorous General Studies curriculum with Judaic education, character development, and individualized student support. Small class sizes allow educators to build meaningful relationships with students and provide responsive, differentiated instruction.
Position Summary
MMSC Day School is seeking a dedicated and engaging part-time ELA Educator to teach English Language Arts to our seventh- and eighth-grade boys. This position also includes opportunities to provide small-group and individualized academic support.
The ideal candidate will create a structured, positive classroom environment while helping students strengthen their reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, literary analysis, and communication skills.
Primary Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging English Language Arts instructionTeach reading comprehension, literature, writing, grammar, spelling, and vocabularyUse established curriculum materials while adapting instruction to meet student needsDifferentiate lessons for students with varying academic strengths and learning needsProvide small-group and individualized academic supportAssess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedbackMaintain accurate records of student progress, assignments, and gradesEstablish clear expectations and foster a respectful learning environmentCollaborate with school leadership, educators, and student-support staffCommunicate professionally with families regarding student progressParticipate in applicable staff meetings, professional development, and school activitiesQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, education, or a related fieldStrong knowledge of English Language Arts content and instructional practicesPrevious experience teaching or working with middle school studentsAbility to differentiate instruction and support a range of learning needsStrong classroom-management, communication, and organizational skillsTeaching certification or relevant graduate study preferredCollaborative, dependable, flexible, and student-centeredRespect for and willingness to support the mission and values of a Jewish day schoolAvailability to work on-site Monday through Friday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Read Less