Science Teacher - Alternative High School

Lake Shore Public Schools•St. Clair Shores, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

North Lake Alternative High School is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. The teacher will create a nurturing, stimulating, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment that supports the intellectual, social, and emotional growth of students in alternative education. This full-time role calls for educational excellence, flexible and creative instructional approaches, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement with families to support student success. Instruction takes place in a hybrid learning setting and follows Michigan Science curriculum standards. The teacher will assess and monitor student progress, adapt instruction to diverse learning needs and experiences, and use real-world connections, hands-on activities, laboratory investigations, technology, and project-based learning. The role also supports student re-engagement and progress toward graduation by building trusting relationships, promoting positive behavior and conflict resolution, and collaborating with counselors, interventionists, staff, families, and community partners. The position follows a 182-day standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Non Unit Employment Contract. Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings is required as needed. The work is performed in a standard school environment. Physical activities may include standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling, as well as extended sitting or standing. The employee must be able to communicate verbally, use a telephone and computer, read printed and on-screen material, and hear and understand speech at classroom levels and throughout the school building. The employee must remain free of alcohol and nonprescribed controlled substances, including marijuana, in the workplace throughout employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions; additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science Education or a related field.
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Science endorsement.
Strong understanding of adolescent development and effective teaching strategies for non-traditional learners.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
Proficiency in using technology for instruction, assessment, and communication.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.
Demonstrated ability to connect with and motivate students who have experienced challenges in traditional educational settings.

Nice To Haves

Secondary-level teaching experience is preferred.
Experience in an alternative education setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with Michigan Science curriculum standards and the needs of alternative education students in a hybrid learning setting.
Create a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom environment that encourages participation, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Assess and monitor student progress through formal and informal evaluations, providing timely feedback to students and parents.
Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students’ diverse learning needs, styles, and life experiences.
Incorporate real-world connections, hands-on activities, laboratory investigations, technology, and project-based learning into the curriculum.
Collaborate with teachers and staff on interdisciplinary units and school-wide initiatives that support student re-engagement and success.
Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and support staff about student progress, behavior, and classroom activities.
Participate in professional development to stay current with educational best practices, alternative education strategies, and trends in science instruction.
Maintain a safe and organized classroom and laboratory environment and follow school policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
Support students’ social and emotional development by promoting positive behavior, conflict resolution skills, and pathways toward graduation.
Build trusting relationships with students who may have experienced barriers to success in traditional school settings.
Collaborate with counselors, interventionists, and community partners to address students’ academic and personal needs.
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.