TITLE: Middle School English Teacher (.6) / Skills for Success (.4)

SCALE:  Professional Scale   

CONTRACT: Professional Staff Contract

SUPERVISOR: English Department Chair

EVALUATOR: Middle School Administration

DIVISION: Middle School

POSITION SUMMARY:

The MS English program is grounded in the practices of reading and writing workshop pedagogy, fostering independent, critical, and creative thinkers who read and write with purpose and joy. Our English teachers design learning experiences that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for language through diverse texts and authentic writing opportunities. Students are supported in taking ownership of their learning through goal setting, choice, and self-reflection, while developing as reflective readers and purposeful writers. 

Our program emphasizes both skill development and character growth. Teachers guide students through reading and writing across genres—including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and analytical writing—helping them build empathy, strengthen communication, and express ideas with clarity and creativity. 

Grade 6 Skills for Success is a transition course that helps students build the confidence and skills needed to thrive in Middle School. Through a supportive and engaging learning environment, students develop essential executive functioning, social-emotional, and technology skills that enable them to manage increasing independence, navigate new expectations, and become successful, self-directed learners. 

Working closely with Grade 6 teachers, the Skills for Success teacher creates meaningful opportunities for students to apply and strengthen these skills across the curriculum. By helping students transfer learning between classes and overcome common barriers to success, the course serves as a bridge to the broader Middle School experience. 

In addition, all TAS Middle School teachers are expected to be an advisor in our Homeroom/Advisory Program and to attend the annual Middle School Camp overnight trip experience. All TAS teachers are expected to contribute to our robust program of co-curricular activities, clubs and athletics. 

PREFERRED POSITION-SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Five or more years of teaching experience. 
• Master’s Degree.
• Experience teaching middle school aged students. 
• Experience teaching in an independent international school setting. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: 

• Three years of teaching experience. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in English Language Arts education or a related field. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Proficiency with educational technology tools and digital learning platforms.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and a willingness to work for constructive change in a multi-cultural setting.  

PROFESSIONAL DISPOSITIONS:  

Contributes to the development of a community of critical and creative thinkers, collaborative communicators, self-directed learners, well-balanced individuals, and globally minded contributors by modeling the behaviors and mindsets reflected in the TAS Schoolwide Learning Outcomes.

• Critical and Creative Thinker: Reflects on practice, analyzes evidence of learning, and explores new ideas to continuously improve instruction and learning. 

• Collaborative Communicator: Collaborates with colleagues, students, and families to support shared goals and strengthen our community. 

• Self-Directed Learner: Seeks feedback and engages in professional learning to improve practice. 

• Well-Balanced Individual: Maintains a positive professional presence, demonstrates flexibility, and creates a sense of belonging for self and others. 

• Globally Minded Contributor: Demonstrates respect for the diverse cultures and customs present in our community and advocates for inclusive practices that support belonging. 

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT:

Taipei American School is committed to safeguarding all children. All employees are expected to support this commitment and adhere to school safeguarding policies.  

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants must apply through TAS Careers Page and submit an application along with the following: 

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references to include each referee’s name, relationship, phone number, and email address

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as Taipei American School reserves the right to interview before the closing date and close the position once a suitable candidate is found. 

Closing date: Monday, November 30, 2026

Please note that direct applications via email or other channels will not be considered.