Middle School 5th Grade Teaching Position

Union City Community Schools•Union City, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Union City Community Schools seeks an outstanding teacher who can inspire and engage students and make a difference in their lives. The teacher will create an environment conducive to learning, plan instruction aligned with Michigan Academic Standards and curriculum goals, and use research-based practices, varied instructional methods, and technology. The position also involves fostering a safe, productive classroom culture, building relationships with students’ families, and collaborating with colleagues through professional learning communities. Applicants must have K–8 certification and meet Michigan teaching certification requirements.

Requirements

Must have K–8 certification and meet Michigan teaching certification requirements.
Meet all federal and state requirements.
Have at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or be an upcoming graduate of an accredited teacher preparation program.
If holding a teaching license in another state, apply for a Michigan teaching license.
Commitment to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students.
Ability to be a positive team player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families.
Openness to coaching and feedback to advance student learning and growth.
Professionalism, high personal standards, and integrity.

Responsibilities

Understand Michigan Academic Standards, benchmarks, and grade-level content expectations for certified areas.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, with programs appropriate to students’ maturity, interests, abilities, and educational levels.
Use research-based instructional practices and effectively integrate technology into instruction.
Plan programs and lessons that help students achieve learning objectives and curriculum goals.
Use a variety of instructional methods and materials suited to students and their learning.
Integrate real-world applications into the learning environment.
Build a safe, productive classroom culture that fosters student responsibility for personal items and science equipment.
Establish positive relationships and clear procedures, and maintain a classroom that is safe and secure for learning.
Promote a growth mindset through student and teacher interactions and cultivate student leaders.
Demonstrate effective classroom management techniques.
Develop strong relationships with students’ families and keep parents informed about expectations, positive news, and concerns regarding their children.
Provide opportunities for parents to be involved at the school.
Participate actively in professional learning communities with colleagues to improve teaching and student learning.
Reflect on instruction and leadership, and contribute ideas, expertise, and time to the school’s mission and goals.