High School English
Must hold a license issued by Utah State Office of Education.
The license must be in one of the following types: Secondary Education (6-12) (Level 1), Secondary Education (6-12) (Level 2), Secondary Education (6-12) (Level 3).
The license position area must be in one of the following areas: English, Journalism, Reading, Reading Specialist, Reading/Language Arts.
The license must be in one of the following grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th.
The license status must be active.
Description
Inspire, Empower, and Uplift Through Language at Mana Academy Are you a lover of words, stories, and the transformative power of language? Do you believe literature can spark critical thinking, build empathy, and ignite social change? At Mana Academy, we’re not just teaching English—we’re helping students find their voice and use it to change the world.
We are seeking a passionate, dynamic High School English Language Arts Teacher to join our mission-driven ?ohana. You’ll be working with an incredible team of educators and students in a school committed to academic excellence, cultural relevance, and college readiness.
Why Teach at Mana Academy? 100% high school graduation and college acceptance rate
A culturally rooted curriculum that affirms identity and lived experience
Strong concurrent enrollment and early college programs
One-to-one technology integration for every student
A community that deeply values relationships, rigor, and results
What You'll Teach and Inspire: Grade-level English Language Arts (grades 9–12), including literature, writing, speaking, and media literacy
A curriculum that includes both classics and contemporary, culturally rich texts
Student writing across genres—from analytical essays to personal narratives to speeches
Opportunities for students to engage in Socratic Seminars, debates, spoken word, and research-based inquiry
A deep love for reading, writing, critical thinking, and cultural storytelling
What You’ll Do: Create engaging, standards-based lessons that support all learners
Foster a classroom culture where students feel seen, safe, and intellectually challenged
Integrate culturally responsive literature, themes, and assignments into your instruction
Guide students in building strong reading, writing, and speaking skills for college and life
Support students through personalized feedback and conferencing
Collaborate with other teachers on interdisciplinary units and school-wide projects
Champion student voices, empowering them to share their stories with the world