MS Long Term Substitute Teachers

Arbor Academy•Battle Creek, MI

About The Position

Arbor Academy is seeking dedicated and dynamic middle school long-term substitute teachers to foster students’ interest in education and support their academic development. The role requires command of the Michigan Academic Standards for the teacher’s discipline and professional knowledge of instructional best practices and methods for the secondary classroom. Teachers plan and deliver instruction aligned with state objectives and school-wide curriculum goals, support and monitor student progress, communicate with students and parents, and maintain an effective classroom environment.

Requirements

Valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for the subject area(s) taught.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of teaching experience.
Evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements as defined by No Child Left Behind.
Ability to teach and develop curriculum for assigned grade level(s).
Command of the Michigan Academic Standards for the relevant discipline.
In-depth knowledge of instructional best practices and educational methods and procedures specific to the secondary classroom.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and align with Michigan objectives and school-wide curriculum goals.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Encourage and monitor individual student progress, using information to adjust teaching strategies.
Assist students who are behind or struggling to learn content.
Collaborate with other teachers to develop lesson plans and improve the overall learning process.
Communicate with students and parents regarding student progress and needs.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Manage classroom behavior by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Maintain discipline in accordance with the school’s rules and disciplinary systems.
Use formative, summative, and interim assessment data to inform daily instruction.
Create classroom assessments that effectively measure student proficiency against the Michigan Academic Standards.