*Onward Education* is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in *New Haven County, Connecticut* to hire a dedicated *English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher* for the *2026-2027 school year*. This full-time, onsite opportunity is ideal for an educator who is passionate about literacy, student achievement, and creating engaging classroom environments where all students can thrive. The ELA Teacher will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that develops students' reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills while fostering academic growth and a love of learning. *Position Details:* * *Position:* English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher * *Location:* Onsite in New Haven County, CT * *Schedule:* Full-Time, Monday-Friday * *School Year:* 2026-2027 *Responsibilities:* * Deliver engaging English Language Arts instruction aligned with curriculum standards and district expectations. * Develop and implement lesson plans that strengthen reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. * Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and promote academic success. * Assess student progress and use data to inform instructional decisions. * Foster a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment. * Collaborate with school staff, administrators, and families to support student achievement. * Maintain accurate student records, grades, and progress reports. * Participate in professional development, team meetings, and school-wide initiatives. *Qualifications:* * *Bachelor's degree required* * *Connecticut Educator Certificate with Endorsement 015 (English, Grades 4-12), or eligibility for Connecticut certification* * *Candidates actively pursuing certification through an approved Connecticut certification pathway are encouraged to apply* * Strong communication, classroom management, and collaboration skills * Experience teaching English Language Arts preferred *What We Offer:* * Competitive pay and benefits package. * Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options. * Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly. * Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement. * Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals. * Opportunities for professional growth and development. *Why Apply?* If you're passionate about helping students become confident readers, writers, and critical thinkers, this is the opportunity for you! Join a collaborative school community and make a meaningful impact on student learning and achievement. *Ready to Join Us?* *Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!* Employer Details: * * Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. * * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. * * Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments. * * Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. * * Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.