Secondary ELA Teacher

Northwest Education Services•Leland, MI

About The Position

This posting is for a Secondary English Teacher position, placed in courses for students in grades 9-12 for the 26-27 school year. Scheduled courses include upper-level English including Advanced Placement courses. A successful candidate will be expected to design and implement at least 1 high-quality elective course for High School students. Candidates who are not currently trained in Advanced Placement courses will be expected to attend this multi-day training during summer months.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in English or similar program leading to Teaching Certificate
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements: BA, BX, or equivalent
Highly successful teaching experience or exceptional reviews with evidence of success as a student teacher
Design and implement cohesive courses, units, and lessons, monitoring student learning and adjusting as needed to ensure all students are challenged and learning
Deliver engaging lessons, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for different classes, groups and students
Form mutually-respectful and supportive, and collaborative professional relationships with students and colleagues
Collaborate with colleagues across the district, working as an empathetic, student-centered decision-maker
Reflect honestly and thoughtfully on learning, planning, and effectiveness of approaches
Demonstrate organization, attention to detail, desire for continuous improvement, and independence/drive in professional work
Communicate professionally in written and verbal modes with school personnel, students, parents, and community
Ability to interact with a variety of audiences and individuals and build community

Nice To Haves

Advanced Placement training preferred

Responsibilities

Implement adopted curricula to maximize student growth, proficiency, and success.
Design, deliver, and adjust implementation for at least 1 High School English elective that provides an exceptional learning experience for a variety of learners.
Participate in professional learning opportunities throughout the school year.
Support and promote the district and school vision, mission, and goals for high quality teaching and learning.
Model professionalism in fulfilling all staff required duties and school expectations.
Promote and lead student opportunities in extra-curricular activities.