English Language Arts Teacher

Position Type: High School Teaching/EnglishDate Posted: 3/4/2026Location: Hiawatha Collegiate High School(High-Needs School)HCHS is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, and goal-oriented educator to join our team as a English Language Arts Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.Job SummaryThe English Language Arts teacher will join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students' learning. Hiawatha teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and inspiring learning environment for their students. The Special Education teacher will provide instruction to students with identified special education needs and strategically support the general education staff with implementation of Individualized Education Plans. The ELA Teacher will work under the guidance of the Instructional Leadership Team and in close collaboration with the rest of the Special Education Team, the Dean of Students, classroom teachers, and advisors.Why Hiawatha?Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place. Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child. Core Value and BeliefsAll Hiawatha Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values:1) Children are at the center of everything we do.2) Our mission requires bold thought and action.3) We choose optimism.4) We push ourselves to improve.5) We are stronger together.6) We create fun and a little weirdness.Perks: Professional Development is scheduled into the calendar year and provides a time for all campuses to come together and celebrate our success. Hiawatha Employment LogisticsHiawatha Collegiate High School students' school day is from 8:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Staff hours are 8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Monday-Friday.Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.All Hiawatha staff are expected to attend and participate in relevant evening family events to be held at the school.Application Timeline: This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled. Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to DiversityWe believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

Created: 2026-04-02