7th Grade Teacher

Summit Management Consulting•Port Huron, MI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

East Shore Leadership Academy is searching for a 7th Grade Teacher to join our team! The primary goal is to ensure that each student is learning subject matter identified in the State standards and the curriculum. The Academy must provide an excellent education consistent with its mission, vision, goals, and core values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Michigan Teaching Certification in the assigned area
Pre-service experience, as required for certification

Responsibilities

Consistently plan and deliver lessons that are varied, interesting, engaging, and enjoyable for students.
Facilitate learning by creating lesson plans that are in harmony with students' learning styles.
Assign homework in accordance with Landmark’s homework philosophy and in alignment with Professional Learning Community (PLC) team guidelines.
Offer assignments and assessments in accordance with four-period learning, providing frequent and timely feedback to students.
Consistently review and analyze student performance data to develop plans to meet the needs of all students.
Maintain timely, complete, and accurate student records (i.e. Skyward).
Assist in the development of a curriculum that is aligned with the State standards.
Assist in the development and implementation of any educational plans such as IEP’s, 504 plans, and behavior plans.
Ensure that the classroom is conducive to learning—safe and nurturing for all students.
Provide consistency and balance for students.
Ensure that parents are frequently advised as to their child’s performance and progress via all available means.
Return parent e-mail and voice mail messages within 24 hours.
Conduct research, attend conferences, and meetings, and pursue continuing education to ensure effective instruction and model being a life-long learner.
Keep teaching certification up to date.
Ensure students have a healthy self-respect and respect for others.
Use teachable moments to reinforce desirable character traits.
Ensure that students follow the school's rules and policies, using a balance of Positive Behavior Interventions and Support along with disciplinary procedures.
Perform other duties and tasks as directed by School Administration.