Secondary Teacher

Integrity Educational Services•Hersey, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Integrity Educational Services is seeking a certified Secondary Teacher in Mathematics, Integrated Science, English, or Chemistry and Biology to serve Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village. The site serves students in residential and day treatment programs who have complex mental health and behavioral needs. The teacher provides academic instruction aligned with the program’s therapeutic focus, supporting students in developing academic and social-emotional skills to succeed in a more traditional school setting and in life. The teacher provides appropriate educational experiences for youth enrolled in all programs, subscribes to the organization’s and academy’s vision, mission, and values, and is accountable to the Principal. The teacher works as part of a school team that includes classroom teachers, instructional support staff, school social workers, the principal, and the administrative assistant.

Requirements

Teaching degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Michigan teaching certification with a core subject 6–12 BA, EX, DI, or DA and DC endorsements.
Must meet Michigan Department of Education highly qualified status for the subjects being taught.
One year of experience working with at-risk youth.
One year of K–12 experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform simple computations, calculate percentages, and use a calculator.
Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions, address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations, and use verbal de-escalation skills as part of crisis intervention.
Knowledge of Google and/or Microsoft applications, or willingness to learn the computer skills needed for the position.
Must participate in and complete annual training, professional development, and other training deemed appropriate for the position.
Must pass a criminal history records search, physical, and drug screen if required.
Ability to communicate and exchange information; walk and move about the school; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with emotionally or behaviorally impaired adolescents.

Responsibilities

Provide appropriate educational experiences to meet the needs of youth enrolled in all programs.
Deliver subject-specific instruction and pursue strong student achievement and increased student learning.
Leverage student support networks to address students’ social, emotional, nutritional, and health needs.
Build meaningful, caring relationships with students, use the PBIS framework, and apply protocols and classroom routines to motivate students and influence behavior.
Collaboratively create and execute clear instructional plans that support student learning.
Align curriculum, instruction, and assessments in a tiered system of strategies to meet students’ needs.
Collect and analyze student data and use formative assessments to adjust instruction daily.
Contribute to a professional environment based on mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability.
Seek instructional support from knowledgeable peers, coaches, or administrators.
Participate in assigned PLC groups and serve as a mentor teacher if requested.
Engage successfully with at-risk youth and meet student grading and attendance requirements.
Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity toward students and team members.
Attend meetings punctually and assist with eating-area coverage during breakfast and lunch when applicable.
Assist with coverage during arrival, passing time, and dismissal.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Prioritize student learning, use data to inform initiatives, reflect on lessons learned, and plan ahead to achieve results.