Lexington Universal Academy

Teacher


Position Title: Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Position Type: Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Range: $38,000-$42,000

Application Deadline: 2026-06-17

Start Date: 2026-08-05

Location: Lexington, KY

How to apply

Please send an email with a resume to bshalash@luaky.org and braissi@luaky.org

Contact

Name: Basimah Shalash

Title: Dean of Middle School

Email: bshalash@luaky.org

Overview

Join our vibrant educational community as a Middle School Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire the next generation of learners! In this dynamic role, you will design engaging lessons, foster a positive classroom environment, and support students’ academic and social development. Your expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction will empower students to reach their full potential. We are committed to providing a stimulating environment that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

Duties include:

  1. Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards across literacy subjects such as grammar, writing, and reading.
  2. Create a supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation, collaboration, and respect among students.
  3. Manage classroom behavior effectively through positive behavior management strategies and individualized support for students with unique needs.
  4. Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, including standardized testing and ongoing assessments.
  5. Provide tutoring and academic advising to help students improve their skills in literacy, math, or other areas requiring additional support.
  6. Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, school events, and educational administration tasks to ensure a cohesive learning experience.
  7. Proofread instructional materials for accuracy and clarity; adapt lesson plans to meet diverse learning styles and developmental stages.

We are looking for professionals who:

  1. Engage in ongoing professional development related to childhood development.
  2. Have proven classroom experience working with children across the middle school level in diverse educational settings.
  3. Demonstrate expertise in curriculum development, lesson planning, and integrating technology into instruction.
  4. Have experience working with students with unique needs, including those with autism or requiring behavior management strategies.
  5. Are familiar with standardized testing procedures, and assessment tools used in primary and secondary education.
  6. Demonstrate strong communication skills for effective collaboration with parents, colleagues, and administrators.

Benefits:

  1. Dental insurance
  2. Employee discount
  3. Health insurance
  4. Paid time off
  5. Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Position Type

(Full Time)

Start Date

2026-08-05

Application Deadline

2026-06-17

Contact

Name: Basimah Shalash

Title: Dean of Middle School

Email: bshalash@luaky.org

School Information

Lexington Universal Academy

4580 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40515, USA

http://www.luaky.org

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