Middle and High School Literature and Composition Teacher

Reports To: Academic Dean, Emet Classical Academy
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: On-site, New York City

**About Emet:
**Emet Classical Academy is a Jewish preparatory school for 5th to 12th graders on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Emet is committed to the pursuit of human excellence in every academic and cultural field and the perpetuation of Jewish, Zionist, and American exceptionalism. Our academic program focuses on the best of Western culture, the foundational ideas of Jewish civilization, and the advanced study of math, modern science, art, and music. Emet welcomes families of any background and aims to prepare our students for lives of Jewish purpose and civic leadership.

Overview
Emet Classical Academy seeks a Middle School Literature and Composition Teacher who brings a love of the written word, a command of literary analysis, and the ability to cultivate a deep reading culture. The ideal candidate helps students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers through rich texts from the classical, biblical, and Western literary traditions.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach literature and composition courses for middle school students (grades 5–8).
• Lead students through increasingly complex reading, written analysis, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Teach core texts aligned with our classical curriculum.
• Build habits of annotation, close reading, structured discussion, and clear writing.
• Collaborate with Humanities and Writing teachers to align student skill progression.
• Contribute to assemblies, community rituals, and broader school culture.

Qualifications

• Degree in English, Literature, Humanities, or related field.
• Strong command of grammar instruction and classical reading practices.
• Experience teaching middle school students with warmth, structure, and high expectations.
• Affinity for classical texts and interest in teaching a curriculum that is highly intentional and integrated.

To apply, please send a cover letter, an updated resume, and three professional references in a single pdf.