West Valley - Secondary English Teacher - 26-27 School Year
American Preparatory AcademyWest Valley City, Utah, United States
Posted March 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
American Preparatory Academy is a public charter school district in Salt Lake County that delivers a rigorous classical, liberal‑arts curriculum to over 3,500 students across multiple campuses. The West Valley City 2 campus serves K‑12 Title I students, with roughly 75 % from low‑income families and 95 % qualifying for free or reduced‑price lunch. The academy’s mission is to prepare first‑generation learners for college, and its after‑school programs—21 in total and serving about 800 students daily—are offered at no cost. By combining a traditional liberal‑arts approach with comprehensive, tuition‑free support services, APA distinguishes itself as a high‑impact educational choice for underserved communities.
Job Description
The Secondary (High) School Teacher will design and implement educational curriculum in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects appropriate for students in secondary (high) school.
Requirements
- Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and state and school district curriculum guidelines.
- Supervises the behavior of students in the classroom, on school grounds, and on educational trips.
- Discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise.
Benefits
- State accreditation and licensing required
- Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required
- Prior teaching experience highly preferred
- Specialized training in teaching secondary school-aged children is preferred